A dental implant is an artificial tooth root placed into the jaw. The implant is the foundation to attach a replacement tooth which functions and looks like a natural tooth. Implants can be used to support crowns, bridges, or to hold a denture in place. Implants are a more cost effective in the long run than traditional bridgework because you only need to replace the missing tooth. With a traditional bridge, you must sacrifice the adjacent teeth. The implant cannot decay, it is more comfortable than a bridge and you are able to floss normally. Dental Implants have been around for many years and their success rate is very high. The key to our success with implants is our very detailed treatment planning. We offer our patients 3D Dental CT Scans. This technology allows for more precise placement of the implants in a shorter amount of time. Dental implants are made of a bio-compatible material called titanium. Implants will last many years with proper care and maintenance.

Anyone who is missing one or more teeth is a candidate for implants. We can even help denture wearers who have suffered bone loss. Mini implants can be placed to support the denture. The patient can leave the office with a supported denture that won’t move. There is also an exciting new procedure that allows us to screw the denture to the implants so that it does not need to be removed.

There is no need to suffer with missing teeth or uncomfortable dentures anymore. Allow Dr. Parker to give you the freedom to eat and smile with confidence using dental implants.