Dental Implants NE Calgary

Are You in the Process of Receiving Dental Implants?

Placing dental implants typically involves several steps.

1. Consultation – The initial step in the implant process is a consultation with a dental professional. During this appointment, they will evaluate your oral health and take x-rays and impressions of your teeth and jawbone to assess if you are suitable for dental implants and create an individualized treatment plan.
2. Implant Placement – Once you have determined a suitable candidate for dental implants, the next step is having them placed. This usually takes place under local anesthesia or IV sedation and involves making a small incision in your gum tissue and drilling a hole into your jawbone where the implant will go. Afterward, stitches will seal up any open spaces around the implant before it can be secured in place.
3. Osseointegration – After your implant has been placed, it will take several months for it to fuse with nearby bone tissue through osseointegration. During this period, you must follow specific instructions from your dental professional to promote proper healing and ensure a secure fit for life.
4. Abutment Placement – Once osseointegration has been achieved, the abutment can be attached to the implant. This typically requires making a small incision in the gum tissue and attaching the abutment securely onto the implant.
5. Replacement Teeth – After your abutment has been placed, the final step is to attach replacement teeth. This typically involves taking a mold of your mouth and creating custom replacement teeth that fit seamlessly with your natural teeth.