Dental Implants
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Titanium Implant Package Special : $3199
Zirconium Implant Package Special : $3999
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What are Dental Implants?
Dental implants are a popular way to replace missing teeth with durable and natural-looking prosthetics. Every dental implant we provide supports a crown that is fully-customized to look and feel like your natural teeth. Our goal is to restore your smile to completion so you can get back to your life. Dental implants are an ideal way to boost your confidence and get a smile that you are ready to share with all those around you.
Do I Need Dental Implants?
During your initial appointment at Turquoise Dental, we can fully examine your situation and discuss your replacement options. We work closely with you to find the best option for getting your smile to be full and bright once more.
How do I get Dental Implants?
We aim to streamline the dental implants process as much as possible, and can usually complete the process in two to three visits. First we need to evaluate your situation and see if you have enough jawbone mass to support an implant. We can then take impressions of your teeth to ensure that your custom dental implants look and feel just like your natural teeth.
First we place the implant itself into the gumline. As your gums heal, this implant post will naturally fuse to your jawbone to provide a strong support for your tooth replacement. Lastly, we place your new crown (the tooth part) on the implant and ensure that it looks and feels like a natural part of your smile.
What if I wait for Treatment?
Did you know that missing teeth for an extended period of time can actually have lasting effects? The longer patients go without restoring lost teeth, the more they may see changes in their jaw and appearance. This can range from your jaw changing shape to losing bone mass, which could make future replacements more challenging. Missing teeth can also put more strain on your remaining teeth, causing them to shift or wear down over time. In short, the sooner you replace a missing tooth, the better.
Restore Your Smile: Schedule Your Appointment Today
Restore your smile and replace missing teeth as soon as possible by contacting us and visiting your dentist in Mission Viejo, CA. Give us a call at (949) 454-7474 to schedule your appointment and get started on rebuilding your smile and keeping it healthy. We are ready at Turquoise Dental to provide high-quality dental implants in Mission Viejo as soon as possible, and we are happy to answer any questions you might have over the phone.
Call (949) 454-7474 to book an appointment at your convenience.
Frequently Asked Questions
The price of a single dental implant ranges between $3,000 and $6,000 depending on the complexity of the procedure and the materials used. If you require additional procedures such as tooth extraction or bone grafting, they will be paid for separately from the main implant procedure.
Dental implants consist of two main parts: a metal screw-like post (the implant itself) and a crown attached to the implant. The post typically lasts for decades and often a lifetime, while the crown typically has to be replaced every 10 to 15 years, depending on the material it is made of.
Dental implants are considered superior to both dentures and bridges for several reasons:
- Implants fuse with the jawbone and act like roots of natural teeth, preventing jawbone density loss.
- Implants prevent changes in facial structure and teeth alignment.
- Implants provide superior stability and bite force: up to 100% of natural bite force compared to only around 20% provided by dentures.
- Implants look natural and are simple to care for.
The dental implant process takes between 4 and 8 months, depending on how fast your body can heal after the implant placement surgery and how well the implant fuses with your jawbone. If you require additional procedures, such as tooth extraction or bone grafting, the entire process is likely to be 4 to 6 months longer.
Dental implants have a high success rate of over 90%. The success of the procedure depends on your general and oral health, how well your bone can regenerate after the surgery, the skill and qualifications of your dentist, and post-procedure care.
Dental implant surgery is performed under a local anesthetic, which completely numbs the procedure site and prevents you from feeling anything. However, you are likely to experience some soreness and swelling after the procedure, once the anesthetic wears off. Typically, these symptoms are mild to moderate and do not last longer than 7 to 10 days if you follow your doctor’s post-surgery recommendations.
The initial recovery after dental implant surgery takes 10 to 14 days. During this time, you may experience some soreness and swelling at the procedure site and will have to adjust your routine and diet to promote healing. Once this phase is complete, you will be able to return to your typical activities, diet, and routine. However, the healing process will still continue for the next 4 to 6 months. During this period, the implant will gradually fuse with the jawbone. The recovery is considered complete when the implant becomes stable and is ready for a dental crown to be attached.
The screw-like post that is inserted directly into the jawbone and the abutment are made of titanium, a biocompatible and durable material that can last for decades or even a lifetime. The crown that is attached to the implant can be made of porcelain, zirconia, or porcelain-fused-to-metal, which are all durable and stain-resistant materials.
