At Elegant Smiles in Atlanta, we understand the importance of a confident smile. While some dental treatments provide short-term fixes, dental implants offer a permanent solution that combines convenience, comfort, and the brilliance of natural-looking teeth.
Take a look at the extensive benefits implants bring compared to alternative treatments:
| Tooth Replacement Technologies | Implants | Flipper | Dentures (partial or full) | Bridge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Longevity | Lifetime | 1-3 Years | 5-7 Years | 7-10 Years |
| Preservation of healthy adjacent teeth | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Transmission of force to: | bone | adjacent teeth | adj teeth/gums | adjacent teeth |
| Requirement for periodic adjustments | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Prevent bone loss & preserve facial appearance | Yes | No | No | No |
| Acelerated loss of adjacent teeth | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
When considering tooth replacement, it’s crucial to choose a lasting solution. Temporary options like dentures, flippers, and bridges will need periodic replacement. However, a well-maintained dental implant can last a lifetime, offering superior comfort and durability. Once your dental implant treatment is completed, you won’t need regular adjustments, giving you peace of mind and a beautiful, permanent smile.
Excellence in Implant Dentistry
Dental implants are highly versatile, perfect for replacing a single tooth, multiple teeth, or a full arch. At Elegant Smiles, the dental implant process involves inserting a small titanium post into the jawbone. This post serves as an artificial tooth root, providing a stable foundation for crowns, bridges, or dentures. Over time, the implant integrates with the jawbone, ensuring that your replacement teeth function like natural ones. Our patients often find their dental implants indistinguishable from their original teeth. Additionally, dental implants prevent jawbone loss, maintain facial structure, and enhance overall quality of life.
Our Atlanta office offers a comprehensive range of dental implant restorations, including single tooth implants with custom crowns, implant bridges, overdentures, and more.
Single-Tooth Implant
A single-tooth implant is the ideal choice for replacing one missing tooth. It provides a custom crown securely anchored to the jawbone, mimicking the function and appearance of a natural tooth and root.
Multiple Implants for Full Mouth Reconstruction
For patients with several missing or damaged teeth, a full mouth reconstruction might be necessary. During this extensive treatment, our skilled dentists place multiple implants and use a combination of crowns, bridges, or veneers to restore your smile. Utilizing advanced techniques and state-of-the-art 3D imaging, we ensure precision and care in every step. Multiple implants are a sound investment for a permanent, beautiful smile.Implant Supported Bridge
For those missing multiple teeth in a row, an implant-supported bridge is an excellent solution. This method anchors a bridge with dental implants, providing a stable and functional alternative to traditional bridges. Some patients prefer replacing each tooth with individual crowns on implants, both options offering superior fit and functionality.
Overdentures
Overdentures, or implant-retained dentures, are perfect for patients with a full arch of missing teeth who wish to avoid the limitations of traditional dentures. Using a minimum of four dental implants, we can secure a full set of upper or lower dentures, offering unparalleled stability and comfort.Dental Implants Using Advanced Technology
To ensure your implant dentistry experience is comfortable and successful, Elegant Smiles uses cutting-edge dental technology. Our CBCT (Cone Beam Computed Tomography) system and Intraoral Scanner capture precise 3D images of your teeth, jawbone, and surrounding structures.
These advanced tools allow us to obtain exact measurements for optimal surgical planning and precision during your procedure. Computer-guided implant surgery often means less invasive techniques, reduced risk of complications, and a quicker recovery. Our 3D scans are painless and take just seconds to complete.
FAQs About Dental Implants
We know that considering dental implants is a significant decision. We aim to address all your questions and concerns to help you feel confident about this transformative dental solution.
Your options for replacing missing teeth include dental implants, bridges, and dentures. Dental implants offer the most durable, stable, and natural-looking solution, functioning like your natural teeth.
Dental implants provide unmatched durability, stability, and comfort. They integrate with the jawbone, preventing bone loss and maintaining facial structure. Unlike dentures or bridges, implants do not slip or require adhesives, allowing you to eat, speak, and smile with confidence.
Dental implants can stabilize dentures, eliminating the need for adhesives and preventing slipping. Implant-supported dentures significantly improve chewing efficiency and overall comfort, enhancing the quality of life for denture wearers.
Dental implants act as artificial tooth roots, stimulating the jawbone and preventing the bone loss typically associated with missing teeth. This helps maintain your facial structure and oral health.
Most patients experience minimal discomfort during dental implant surgery, thanks to local anesthesia and sedation options. Post-surgery pain is generally manageable with over-the-counter pain relievers and subsides within a few days.
Most healthy adults are candidates for dental implants. Ideal candidates have sufficient jawbone density to support the implants and no conditions that impede healing. A comprehensive evaluation at Elegant Smiles will determine your suitability for implants.
If you’re considering dental implants to replace missing teeth, Elegant Smiles in Atlanta is here to help. With a remarkable success rate of up to 98%, our experienced implant dentists ensure you’re in the best hands for achieving your new smile. Dental implants are a long-term investment in your health and quality of life.
Call or contact us online today to schedule your dental implants consultation.