A single tooth implant replaces one missing tooth by surgically placing a titanium post in your jawbone where the tooth root used to be. After the implant fuses with your bone (osseointegration), a natural-looking crown is attached. The same process applies when replacing multiple teeth.
A dental implants permanently replaces a missing tooth (or teeth) by surgically placing a titanium post in your jawbone. Once it fuses to the bone, this implant becomes your new “root.” A crown (cap) is then attached to complete your replacement tooth.
To qualify for dental implants, you need sufficient jawbone density and healthy surrounding tissue. If your bone isn’t thick enough, bone grafting can strengthen it using bone from another source or synthetic material. At our first consultation, our implant doctors will review your medical history as well as any other conditions like diabetes, liver disease, or bleeding disorders that may affect eligibility.
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A single-tooth implant has three main components. The titanium implant post is surgically placed into your jawbone and acts as the tooth root. The abutment, made of titanium, gold, or porcelain, connects the implant to the crown. Finally, the crown, or the visible “tooth” portion, is crafted from zirconia, and is custom-made to match your natural teeth and attached to the abutment.
During the implant procedure, your dentist makes a small incision in your gum to place the titanium post into your jawbone. For multiple missing teeth, this process is repeated for each implant location.
The healing phase typically takes up to 6 months as the implant naturally fuses with your jawbone, creating a strong foundation for your new tooth. This fusion process, called osseointegration, ensures your implant can handle normal chewing forces.
Once we have confirmed the implant has fully integrated, they’ll attach the crown to complete your tooth replacement, restoring both the look and function of your natural smile.
Getting a single-tooth implant takes several months but delivers lasting results. If bone grafting is needed, your jaw requires 4-12 months to heal before implant placement. The implant then needs additional time to fuse with your bone before the final crown can be attached.
Not sure which treatment is right for you? Explore implants for a single tooth, implant-supported bridges for multiple teeth, or comprehensive full mouth implant solutions including All-on-X systems that secure entire arches with fewer implants. Advanced options like zygomatic and pterygoid implants serve patients with insufficient bone, while full mouth reconstruction combines implants with restorative work for complete smile transformation.
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33-40%of the cost of full mouth implants vs. other implant providers.
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While other clinics require multiple visits and offer only basic services, Smart Arches provides comprehensive dental implant care from experts using advanced technology.
Smart Arches | Other Dental Clincs | |
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Advanced 3D Imaging | ||
On-site 3D Prosthetic Printing | ||
Placed 2,000+ Arches and 20,000+ Implants | ||
Same Day Implants / 24-Hour Implants | ||
On-site Full Time Anesthesiologist | ||
Pioneering Research in Zygomatic & Pterygoid Implants | ||
Board-Certified Implantologists |
Follow along as we take you through exactly what happens at your complimentary consultation. You’ll meet with your patient ambassador, review your dental needs, medical history, and properly educate you on the full procedure. We’ll also take CT scan as well as 3D facial scanning that allows us to create a digital simulation of your future smile! You’ll leave with a clear treatment plan, cost and understanding of financing options.
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