Dental Implant in Seattle, WA

Tooth loss can occur due to decay, gum disease, accident, or other conditions. Patients in need of tooth replacement may be eligible for dental implants. Dental implants are prosthetic tooth roots surgically implanted into the jawbone to support dental prostheses like crowns and bridges.

Dental implants are an excellent option to improve your smile. But what are they?  Here's everything you should know about dental implants in Seattle, Washington.

Not everyone is an immediate candidate for dental implant surgery, but many people may qualify following a comprehensive evaluation by our dentists. Ideally, candidates should have a completely grown jawbone, good overall health, and no diseases that could interfere with routine healing. For patients with insufficient bone density, a dental bone graft may be required to create a solid foundation
for the implant.

We offer dental implants near you to as many patients as feasible if they are safe and provide a good restoration. We always prioritize your health and safety and will find the correct solution.

It takes between 3 and 9 months to get a dental implant at our Seattle Dental Office. The steps are as follows:

1. Assessment and treatment planning: Our dentist will look at your mouth, take X-rays, and make models of your teeth to see if this is the best treatment for you.

2. Implant placement: Our dentist will surgically put a dental implant into your jawbone.  The implant will connect to your gums and grow into your jawbone.

3. Putting in the abutment: After your tissue has healed, our dentist in 98117 will attach an abutment (post) to your implant.

4. Replacing a tooth: Your dentist will connect a custom-made fake tooth to the abutment.

Some of the benefits of dental implants near you are:

Simple to take care of:

You should brush your teeth at least twice daily, floss at least once daily, and get your teeth cleaned every six months.  No need for glue or changes.

Natural Appearance:

Implants look and work like real teeth, so you may eat, talk, and smile with confidence.

Better dental health:

Implants don't change the teeth around them like other types of restoration do, so your enamel and general tooth structure stay intact.

Preventing bone loss:

Implants help keep the jawbone strong by stimulating it. This stops bone loss when the tooth roots are no longer there.

Convenience:

You don't have to worry about cleaning implants, as with dentures, because they are permanent.