Dental Implants

What are Dental Implants?

A dental implant is a small titanium post that is anchored to the jawbone and then topped with a natural looking replacement tooth. If there are multiple missing teeth, a bridge may be secured to several posts anchored along the jawbone.

Who Needs Dental Implants?

Dental implants are commonly used in contemporary dentistry with a success rate of 98%. This is the most effective method for replacing missing teeth, and can be used to replace one missing tooth or an entire upper or lower set of teeth.

Dental implants are also widely used under dentures for a more comfortable and stable fit and to preserve the remaining underlying bone.

Dental Implants Process

Dr. DuPont and Dr. Wilkerson work closely with an implant surgeon to plan ideal locations and placement of dental implants. Once healed, restoration efforts get underway to ensure positive outcomes, improving the function and beauty of your smile.

For a single missing tooth, a dental crown is used as the prothesis. In instances of multiple missing teeth or all missing teeth, a dental bridge or denture may be used to restore proper esthetics and function

Dental Implant Benefits:

  • Dental Implants have the look, feel and function of natural teeth.
  • Dental Implants have an incredible success rate of 98%
  • With proper care and maintenance, Dental Implants offer a life long solution for missing teeth.

Dr. DuPont and Dr. Wilkerson have been utilizing dental implants since the late 1970's, and have found multiple applications of their use to enhance long term restorative results. Contact us to find out if dental implants are right for you.