Your Best Choice for Implant Restorations
In the Lakeland Area
Does it matter where you get your implant restorations? Absolutely, yes.
Damaged and missing teeth can bring disruption and discomfort to
daily life. You chose a dental implant because of the long-lasting
and natural-looking solution it provided for your missing tooth or
teeth.
While the implant screw itself can last a
lifetime, the tooth-like crown placed on top of your implant may
eventually need to be replaced. Implant crowns typically last 10-15
years before wear and tear become noticeable and a new restoration
is necessary.
Important questions to consider before getting a new implant restoration:
• Solution - Can implants be restored?
• Education -
What is an implant restoration?
• What to Expect - How
does the implant restoration process work?
• Preparation -
How do I prepare?
• Materials - What restorative
options do I have?
• Affordability - How much will it
cost?
• Results - How long will it last?
• Recovery -
What will recovery be like?
IS AN IMPLANT RESTORATION RIGHT FOR ME?
Can implants be restored?
Yes! If your implant
restoration, whether it’s a crown, bridge or denture, has become
damaged and is in need of repair, don’t delay visiting the
dentist. Many believe that a damaged restoration means that the
entire implant (post and all) will need to be replaced and a new
one put in, but that is rarely the case. An implant restoration
usually fixes the problem without any affect on the implant
post.
WHAT IS AN IMPLANT RESTORATION?
A dental implant restoration is the placement of an artificial
tooth on top of a dental implant. The word “restoration” is
referring specifically to the fake tooth (most commonly a crown)
that sits on top of the implant post (the part attached to the
jaw). Crowns, bridges and other restorations are durable and
long-lasting; however, over time they can chip or break due to
normal wear and tear. When restorations are replaced, the implant
post itself remains untouched.
HOW DOES THE IMPLANT RESTORATION PROCESS WORK?
A dental implant restoration might be exactly what you need if you
have a missing tooth. Implants are titanium posts that are placed
in the jaw as a replacement for the root of a lost tooth. Implants
can also be made from other materials, like zirconium.
A dental implant restoration is made up of two main
components. The implant that serves as an artificial root and a
restoration that replaces the lost tooth. Implants are often
fitted with crowns, but they can also serve as bases for other
restoration, like dentures and bridges.
Implants are highly recommended by dentists because of their
bone preserving properties. The implant transfers bite forces into
the patient’s jaw, which gives the tissues there all the
stimulation they need. Implants are the only oral prosthetics used
in dentistry that effectively address the bone tissue breakdown
that occurs when a tooth falls out.
Once the dental implant has healed, the implant crown can be
placed and the procedure usually takes about an hour.
BENEFITS OF IMPLANT RESTORATIONS FROM SMILE BY DR. JOHN PAUL
MATERIALS — What restorative options do I have?
There are different types of dental restorations and
materials for patients to choose from when replacing missing
teeth. The most common restoration for a single tooth replacement
is a dental crown, which can easily be affixed on top of a dental
implant. A bridge and denture are a more popular choices for
replacing multiple teeth and require multiple implants for
support. Crowns, bridges and dentures can be created from
porcelain or zirconia. These materials are durable and
long-lasting and can be colored to match the look of the natural
teeth. We will work together to determine the best restorative
option and material for you.
AFFORDABILITY — How much will it cost?
The price of the restoration is determined by the restoration type and material. We will go over all pricing and financial expectations prior to the procedure. We don’t want the cost of a restoration to keep you from receiving the treatment you need. Our team at offers various financing options to make dental care more affordable for our patients.
DURABILITY — How long will it last?
Dental implants (the post attached to the jaw) can last a lifetime when cared for properly. Implant restorations which sit on top of a dental implant typically last 10-15 years before wear and tear require replacement. Daily brushing and flossing, eating healthy foods, and maintaining routine dental visits all contribute to the longevity of a dental restoration and can extend the life of a crown beyond 15 years. The location of the dental implant can also play a role in how long the restoration will last. Implant restorations in the back of the mouth used for chewing food often tend to water out faster than those closer to the front of the mouth.
SERVICE & CARE
What will recovery be like?
As with any
treatment provided at our office, we will look after you from
start to finish. Luckily, an implant restoration is not painful.
The restoration is placed on the implant and they appointment
usually takes less than an hour. The Implant Crown has no
connection to any nerves in the jaw and therefore makes for a
quick recovery. We expect you to be back to your normal routine as
soon as the same day or the next day following your procedure.
"Might be the best dentist office visit I have ever had. I found out things about my teeth I hadn't known in all my 62 years. Dr. Paul is awesome and every person I met or spoke to on the phone prior to my initial appointment was also really great. Highly recommend."
