Dental Implants — Enfield, CT
The Most Preferred Tooth Loss Solution
Are you tired of living with the challenges and embarrassment of missing teeth? If so, you have come to the right place. At Four Town Dental, we embrace the latest advancements in dentistry to deliver world-class services. We believe that you should benefit from the best, which is why we offer the most preferred tooth loss solution: dental implants in Enfield. No matter if you are missing one tooth or all your teeth, we will help you regain a beautiful, confident smile.
Why Choose Four Town Dental For Dental Implants?
- Entire Treatment Completed Under One Roof
- Permanently Replace Any Number of Missing Teeth
- Free Dental Implant Consultation & Flexible Payment Options
What Are Dental Implants?
A dental implant is a small cylinder, usually made of a titanium alloy, that gets placed beneath the gum line in a minimally invasive surgery. It serves to replace the root of a missing tooth. Implants are placed strategically so that as few as possible are used to provide the support for the artificial teeth that will go on top of them. Patients may receive anywhere from one implant (for minor tooth loss) to ten or more if they require full-mouth reconstruction. Sometime after implants are placed, our team provides strong, natural-looking artificial teeth to go on top of them. Dental implants are the only tooth loss solution that replaces missing teeth both above and below the gumline, which allows them to improve your health and quality of life in ways that dentures and dental bridges simply cannot.
The 4 Step Dental Implant Process
Unlike other tooth replacement options, dental implants require a
multistep process that spans the course of several months. During your
consultation, we will walk you through the entire process step-by-step so
you will know exactly what to expect throughout your journey.
While every patient’s treatment is unique, we can give you a general overview of how dental implants work in Enfield. There are four main stages of treatment: initial consultation, dental implant surgery, osseointegration, and delivery of final restorations. For most patients, our doctors are able to perform every part of the process right here at Four Town Dental.
Initial Dental Implant Consultation
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Your path to a renewed smile begins with an in-depth consultation. During this appointment, we may:
- Ask you questions about your oral health, your overall health, and what you want your treatment to accomplish.
- Perform a thorough examination to determine whether you require any preliminary treatments before you can receive implants.
- Recommend a treatment plan for replacing your lost teeth.
- Discuss the cost of your implant procedure and help you explore your payment options.
Dental Implant Surgery
Some practices must refer patients to an outside specialist for the dental implant placement surgery. However, we are usually able to take care of the surgery right here at Four Town Dental. We enjoy offering our patients start-to-finish convenience for this remarkable treatment.
During your placement surgery appointment, our team will make sure you are comfortable. Then, your implant dentist in Enfield will create small incisions in your gums. Next, they will drill into your bone in order to make room for the implants. Once the implants are in place, the incision will be closed and you will go home to begin your recovery. We will give you detailed guidance on how to care for your mouth while it is healing.
Dental Implant Osseointegration/Abutment
Your soft tissue should heal fairly quickly after the implant placement
procedure. However, it may take several months (perhaps 4 – 6) for
the bone to recover. Throughout this period, a remarkable process known as
osteointegration takes place; your bone will fuse to the implants,
creating the strongest base possible for your new teeth.
Depending on the type of implants you receive, you may later need a second surgery wherein your dentist will attach abutments to the dental implants in Enfield. These abutments serve to connect the implants to your artificial teeth. In some cases, the abutments and the implants can be placed at the same time. There are even some situations in which we can provide patients with a temporary restoration during their osseointegration period.
Delivery of Dental Implant Restorations
After your bone has healed and your abutments are in place, our team will
restore your implants — that is to say, we will attach your new,
custom-made prosthesis to them. Your prosthesis could be a crown, bridge,
or full denture. We will coach you on how to care well for your new teeth.
Then, you can go on your way and begin enjoying life with your restored
smile!
Benefits of Dental Implants
Dental implants in Enfield offer more potential advantages than any other tooth replacement method that modern dentistry has to offer. Let’s talk about some of the perks you could experience if you opt to restore your smile with this life-changing treatment.
Strong Jaw & Youthful Appearance
When you lose a tooth, the bone that used to support it begins to be resorbed — that is, the body recycles the bone, and your jaw becomes thinner and weaker as a result. The bone loss may also affect the shape of your face, even causing it to have a somewhat sunken appearance. Since implants mimic natural tooth roots, they can stimulate the jawbone and help to stop it from deteriorating.
A Beautiful Smile
The restorations that go on top of dental implants are made of high-quality materials, such as porcelain, that closely resemble natural teeth. When your custom implant-retained crown, bridge, or denture is crafted by a true expert, it will fit in seamlessly with your oral structures and provide you with an attractive smile.
Easy Daily Life
After your implants and their restorations are in place, it should be fairly easy to care for your new smile. As long as you stick to a good oral hygiene routine (brushing, flossing, and regular dental visits), it is unlikely that you will experience any problems with your implants.
One of the most outstanding benefits of dental implants is their ability to give you a very strong bite. Therefore, you should be able to eat most (if not all) of our favorite foods without worrying that you will harm your implants or their restorations.
Benefits for Your Natural Teeth
Dental implants provide a few significant benefits for your remaining natural teeth:
- They can prevent your teeth from drifting out of place, thereby helping you to maintain a well-aligned bite. They may also prevent your natural teeth from overerupting (extending too far from the gum line).
- Placing dental implants seldom requires that natural teeth be modified or extracted.
Confident Speech
Teeth play an essential role in helping humans to enunciate certain sounds. Restoring your smile with implants will help you to communicate clearly with others; you won’t have to worry that you’ll have an embarrassing lisp or other language issues that relate to missing teeth.
Unmatched Comfort
Implants basically become part of your body, which makes them much more comfortable than other tooth replacement methods. In fact, you might even forget you have implants!
Long-Lasting Results
Since implants form a bond with your body, they may very well stay in place for the rest of your life. Implant restorations could last for decades before you need to have them repaired or replaced. This is in stark contrast to other tooth replacement options, such as traditional dentures, which typically only last for five to eight years.
Who Dental Implants Can Help
Whether you are missing one tooth, a few teeth, or have suffered extensive tooth loss, dental implants may be an appropriate solution for you.
Missing 1 Tooth
If you are only missing one tooth, we may suggest that you receive a single crown to go on top of a single dental implant.
Missing Multiple Teeth
For individuals who have several missing teeth in a row, an implant-supported bridge could be the right treatment option. These bridges typically consist of two dental implants and their accompanying crowns. Between the crowns are suspended pontics (artificial teeth) that finish filling in the empty space in the mouth.
Missing All Teeth
If you are missing all or most of your teeth, an implant denture may be the perfect way to regain your smile. These dentures are supported by several implants that are placed at strategic locations throughout the jawbone to keep your new smile securely and comfortably in place. We are proud to offer both removable and fixed options.
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