Implant FAQs
Everything patients ask us about implants, answered honestly.
Implant FAQs
The short version
A dental implant is a small titanium post that fuses with your jawbone and acts as an artificial tooth root. Once healed, it can support a crown, a bridge, or a full arch — and it’s the only tooth-replacement option that actually preserves your jawbone by stimulating new growth.
Below are the questions we hear most. Have one we didn’t cover? Call us — a real person will answer it.
FAQs
Your questions, answered
Does getting an implant hurt?
Most patients are surprised how comfortable it is. Placement is done under local anesthetic, and soreness afterward is typically mild and short-lived. Sedation options are available if you’re anxious.
Am I a good candidate?
Generally, you need at least one missing tooth, healthy gums, a healthy immune system, and sufficient bone density. Even if you’ve been told you lack bone, our 3D imaging often finds workable options — a scan gives you a definitive answer.
How long do implants last?
Well-placed and well-cared-for implants can last a lifetime. The crown on top may need replacement after many years of wear, but the implant itself is built to stay.
How do I care for an implant?
Like a natural tooth: brush, floss, and keep regular checkups. The implant can’t decay, but the gums around it must stay healthy to keep it secure.
Why choose an implant over a bridge or denture?
Implants stay firmly in place while eating, laughing, and talking, don’t rely on other teeth for support, and preserve your jawbone. Bridges and dentures are solid options too — we’ll compare them honestly for your case.
What do implants cost?
It depends on the number of implants, the teeth being replaced, your bone, and the materials used. You’ll get an exact itemized quote before treatment, and flexible financing brings implants within reach of most budgets.
Still weighing your options?
A consultation and 3D scan answer most questions in one visit.
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