Dental Implants in orange, ca

Single Tooth Implants & Implant Restorations

Dental implants offer a variety of options for replacing or restoring missing teeth. This includes single tooth implants when an individual tooth is lost or must be extracted, and multiple-tooth restorations when necessary.

What are Dental Implants?

Dental implants are permanent replacements for natural teeth. They restore full function and aesthetics when damaged or decayed teeth are lost. Implants are stable and feel natural, unlike dentures. They also provide full bite force.

The implant itself is a titanium post or screw that is surgically placed in the jaw to create a stable base for crowns or other restorations. Over time, the implant fuses with bone through osseointegration. This process makes the implant an integral part of the jawbone.

Benefits of Dental Implants

• Natural appearance.
• Comfortable fit with no shifting.
• Full bite force.
• You can eat all the foods you love.
• Protects adjacent teeth, unlike bridges.
• Prevents bone loss and preserves facial contours.
• Easy to care for with regular brushing and flossing.
• Implant restorations do not get cavities.
• The longest-lasting solution for missing teeth.

Evaluation for Dental Implants

If, like many others, you feel implant dentistry is the choice for you, we ask that you undergo a dental/radiographic examination and health history. During these consultation visits, your specific needs and considerations will be addressed by either Dr. Patel or by an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon referred by our practice. Your questions and concerns are important to us and our team will work with you very closely to help make your procedure a success.

Single and Multiple Tooth Implants by Dr. Patel

For patients who are missing one or more teeth, Dr. Patel is experienced in placing both single tooth implants and multiple individual implants. After researching all options, he has chosen Straumann implants for their versatility and range of sizes. Straumann implants are designed to promote faster healing and greater stability, two features Dr. Patel considers crucial to optimal patient outcomes.

Dr. Patel places single tooth implants for patients who have lost teeth due to accidents, injuries, disease, or decay. Each implant is placed in the jawbone and allowed to fuse with the bone over time. During healing, a temporary crown gives a complete smile. After osseointegration, Dr. Patel attaches a custom crown to the single tooth implant that blends with your natural teeth. For patients missing more than one tooth, he can place multiple implants and attach individual crowns.

For more complex procedures, such as All-On-4 dental implants, Dr. Patel may refer patients to a colleague, such as an oral surgeon. His priority is the safety of patients and the success of the procedure. Dr. Patel works closely with these surgeons to create the crowns or dental arches that will be attached to the implants and complete the restorations.

Implant Restorations

Implant restorations are the dental crowns, fixed bridges, or full arch dentures or prostheses attached to implants in the jawbone. When Dr. Patel refers a patient to an oral surgeon for implant placement, he works with them to design and fabricate the implant restorations for a perfect fit and reliable, long-term performance.

Why Choose Us

Choose Smile Professionals Dentistry for single dental implants or restorations and experience high-quality care. Dr. Patel brings years of experience and uses advanced technology. He prioritizes gentle care and uses high-quality Straumann implant posts to provide exceptional support and comfort. Dr. Patel ensures every implant restoration looks and feels natural, giving you a beautiful smile that you’ll enjoy sharing with others.

Replace Your Missing Teeth Permanently

You don’t have to be embarrassed by missing teeth. Learn more about single tooth implants or multiple replacements. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Patel by calling our office at (714) 771-2600.