Restorative dentistry
Once an implant post has integrated with the bone, it needs something on top to do any work. That is the restoration. For a single missing tooth it is a crown. For several teeth it can be an implant-supported bridge. For a full arch it can be a denture that snaps onto implants instead of resting on the gums.
The work is precise. We record the position of the post, match the shade to your existing teeth, and shape the restoration so it emerges from the gum the way a natural tooth does. Get that wrong and it looks like a tooth sitting on the gum. Get it right and it disappears.
Implant restorations are cared for like natural teeth: brush, floss around them, and come in for regular cleanings. The implant itself will not decay, but the gum and bone around it can become inflamed if plaque is left to build up.
Step by step
We check that the post has integrated and that the gum tissue around it has healed and settled.
An accurate record of the implant position and the surrounding teeth goes to the lab.
The restoration is matched to the shade and translucency of the teeth beside it.
The crown, bridge, or denture attachment is placed and checked against your bite.
How to clean around it, and what to watch for at the gum line.
Worth knowing
Unlike a bridge, an implant does not require reshaping the healthy teeth on either side of the gap.
An implant post transmits chewing force into the jaw, which helps preserve bone that otherwise shrinks after tooth loss.
A fixed implant restoration stays in place while you eat and sleep. Nothing to remove, nothing to soak.
Common questions
We provide the restoration that goes on top. If a post needs to be placed first, we will discuss the plan and coordinate that part of your treatment with you.
Yes. An implant-supported denture snaps onto posts rather than resting on the gums, which dramatically improves stability while eating.
Implant restorations are among the most durable options available. Longevity depends heavily on keeping the gum and bone around the implant healthy.
New patients welcome
We want to help you keep your teeth healthy for a lifetime. Contact us today and we will find a convenient time.