What Are Single-Tooth Implants?
A single-tooth implant is a dental prosthetic that restores just one missing tooth without impacting nearby teeth. It consists of three parts:
- Titanium Post: Acts as an artificial tooth root anchored in the jawbone.
- Abutment: Connects the implant post to the crown.
- Porcelain Crown: The visible tooth-like replacement that blends seamlessly with your natural teeth.
Are You a Candidate for a Single-Tooth Implant?
- Adequate bone density to support the implant.
- Healthy gums in the implant area.
Our Concord dentist will evaluate your oral health and determine if a single-tooth implant is suitable for you, creating a customized treatment plan to meet your specific needs.
Benefits of Single-Tooth Dental Implants
Single-tooth implants are an excellent way to restore your smile and offer several advantages:
- Prevent shifting of adjacent teeth.
- Maintain jawbone health, reducing the risk of bone loss.
- Support facial structure.
- Mimic the look of a natural tooth, creating a seamless appearance.
The Single-Tooth Implant Procedure
The process typically includes the following steps:
- Preparation: Necessary prep work, such as periodontal treatment, bone or gum grafting, or tooth extraction, may be done beforehand.
- Step 1: Implant Post Placement: Under local anesthesia, we will insert a titanium post into the jawbone. Afterward, a healing period of several weeks allows the post to integrate with the bone, potentially using a temporary crown in the meantime.
- Step 2: Crown Placement: Once the area has healed, an abutment will connect the permanent porcelain crown to the implant, completing the procedure. The entire process generally takes a few months.
The cost of a single-tooth implant can vary depending on the tooth and work required, but generally falls between $3,500 and $7,000.
Recovery Process
Interested in Single-Tooth Implants? Contact Us Today!
Our team at Concord Smiles is ready to help you achieve a beautiful, functional smile. Call us today at (603) 225-2042 to learn more about single-tooth implants or schedule your consultation!