Dental Implant Facts
May 31, 2024
Dental implants are designed to replace missing tooth roots and support a natural-looking crown, bridge, denture, or full-arch restoration. For many patients, they provide a stable alternative to removable dentures or traditional bridges.
Implants replace more than the visible tooth
A bridge or denture can replace the visible part of a missing tooth, but an implant also replaces root support in the jawbone. That root-like support is one reason implants can feel stable and help preserve bone in the area where a tooth was lost.
Implant crowns still need maintenance
A replacement crown does not decay the same way a natural tooth can, but the gums, bone, neighboring teeth, and implant restoration still need daily home care and routine dental visits. Long-term success depends on cleaning, bite control, healthy gums, and follow-up care.
Candidacy depends on the foundation
Patients usually need healthy gums, enough bone support, and a treatment plan that accounts for medical history and bite forces. If bone support is limited, bone grafting may be recommended before or during implant treatment.
To learn whether dental implants are right for your situation, schedule an evaluation with Balboa Dentistry. Dr. Dhayni can review single implants, implant-supported bridges, All-on-4, All-on-6, and other replacement options.
Review your dental implant options with Balboa Dentistry
Schedule a consultation with Dr. Hussein Dhayni at Balboa Dentistry to compare single implants, implant bridges, All-on-4, All-on-6, bone grafting, and other tooth replacement options.