Single-tooth implants
A missing tooth can have a big impact on your confidence and your oral health, whether it happened during a sports game, an accident, or because of decay. You might notice that you chew differently, cover your mouth when you laugh, or feel a constant gap that your tongue is unable to fill.
You might even forget it’s not your original tooth because modern dentistry offers a solution that is close to the real thing.
What Exactly Is a Single Tooth Implant?
Both parts—the crown and the root—are replaced in a single-tooth implant.
There are three basic components:
- The implant post: It is a small, screw-like post made of biocompatible titanium. This becomes the new “root” of your tooth.
- The Abutment: A small connector piece that rests on top of the implant post.
- The Crown: The specially designed ceramic tooth that attaches to the abutment.Â
Unlike bridges or dentures, it is a self-supporting, independent structure that restores your smile without impacting the health of your other teeth.
Why Choose an Implant?
Selecting a dental implant is an investment. We take care of your entire oral health.
Preserving Healthy Teeth: During this process, your adjacent healthy teeth remain strong and undamaged.
- Bone Health: An implant keeps your jawbone healthy and strong, working like a natural root
- Easier Hygiene: You can brush and floss right between the teeth just like your natural teeth.
The Journey to a Restored Smile
The process of a single-tooth implant is smooth and comfortable. Here is what you can expect during your journey.Â
Step 1: The Consultation and Planning
During the first visit, we examine your mouth using advanced 3D imaging. This allows us to plan the exact placement of the implant.Â
Step 2: Placing the “Root”
The implant is gently inserted into the jawbone. This is a minor surgical procedure.
Step 3: Healing and Bonding
Over the next few months, a process called osseointegration occurs, during which your jawbone grows around the titanium post.
Step 4: The Finishing Touch
Your custom-made crown will be attached after the healing process. Master ceramists are used to ensure the color and shape match your adjacent teeth perfectly.
Benefits You Will Feel Every Day
Investing in a single tooth implant isn’t just about filling a hole in your gum line; it’s about reclaiming your quality of life.
- Eat What You Love: Â Implants give you nearly the same biting force as a natural tooth. No slipping, no sliding – just confident chewing.
- Speak Clearly: Implants allow you to speak clearly again by filling the gap.
- A Natural Look: Your implant is specially designed to blend seamlessly with your natural smile.Â
- Durability: A dental implant can last a lifetime when cared for properly.Â
- Taking Care of Your Investment
Gum health is especially crucial with implants. You need to treat it like a natural tooth!
- Brush twice a day.
- Floss daily.
- Visit us regularly for checkups.
Ready to Smile Freely Again?
Don’t let a gap control your confidence or your diet. Let’s discuss how your natural smile can be restored.Â
Schedule your consultation today. We are here to listen, answer your questions, and help you take the first step toward a complete, confident you.