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What To Expect

Replacing a single missing tooth with a dental implant typically requires four or five appointments over a period of four to six months.

BEFORE THE PROCEDURE

Before the procedure we will have given you an initial exam and taken x-rays.

dental implant process first step

IMPLANT PLACEMENT

We place the implant. If you desire a temporary tooth, it will be provided, because the implant needs a few months to integrate with the jawbone before your general dentist can place your permanent crown.

dental implant crown placement

CROWN DELIVERY

After your implant is fully healed, your general dentist will place your permanent ceramic tooth.

dental implant final step

THE RESULT

Your new tooth should fit and function much like a natural tooth. Please practice good dental hygiene to keep the tooth and gums around it clean and healthy.

Consultation appointment:

This is where it all begins. With a comprehensive consultation and examination. We will discuss the entire procedure with you and answer any questions you have, including the expected timetable for surgeries and the cost of the procedures. We’ll take diagnostic X-rays and provide you with an individualized treatment plan.

First surgical appointment: Implant Placement

This is when we will “place” your titanium implant. Most patients prefer to be under local anesthetic during this procedure but various levels of sedation are available within our office. If you elect IV sedation, you’ll be well cared for by an anesthesiologist so your surgeon can devote 100% of his or her time to your surgery. Afterward, we review post-operative instructions with you, including pain management. You may have some discomfort for three to five days after surgery, but most patients find it easily manageable with over-the-counter analgesics.

Second surgical appointment: Placement of healing abutment

This procedure takes about 30 minutes. We make a small incision to expose the top of your implant for the placement of a healing abutment. The abutment allows the gums heal and expand in preparation for your new crown. More often than not, your bone quality will be good enough that stage II surgery can be avoided, and the healing abutment will be placed immediately following implant surgery. However, we’ll test your implant to make sure it has fully fused with the bone. This is the “gold star” that lets us know it’s time to place your new porcelain crown.

Impressions

After your implant and the surrounding gums have fully healed within your jawbone (typically two to three weeks after the healing abutment is placed), impressions are taken of your implant and the surrounding gums. This is the first step toward making your new crown, which will be matched cosmetically to your existing teeth.

Delivery of Implant-Supported Crown

Once your crown has been completed, it will be attached using a small screw or dental cement. . With your crown now in place, you’re able to function as if you have your natural tooth! Click here to learn more.

*Larger cases with multiple missing teeth may require more appointments.

Although there is certainly a connection, it hasn’t been determined whether periodontal disease directly causes heart attacks, strokes or any other systemic problems. It’s also too early to say whether or not preventing gum disease would also prevent these systemic problems. But the correlation might be useful in identifying diseases earlier.

If you would like to know more about the systemic complications of periodontal disease call 248.901.000 or visit our contact page. Dr. Sayed, who has extensively studied the correlation between inflammation and periodontitis, would be happy to answer questions or address concerns.

BIRMINGHAM

CONTACT

2425 East Lincoln St., Suite 100
Birmingham, MI 48009

248-901-0000

248.901.0003

frontdesk@pristineperioimplants.com

HOURS

Monday: 8AM – 5PM
Tuesday: 8AM – 7PM
Wednesday: 8PM – 2PM
Thursday: 8AM – 2PM
Friday: 8AM – 12PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

CANTON

CONTACT

45185 Joy Rd,
Canton, MI 48187

734-589-0608

734-589-0609

frontdesk@pristineperioimplants.com

HOURS

Monday: 8AM – 5PM
Tuesday: 8AM – 7PM
Wednesday: 8PM – 2PM
Thursday: 8AM – 2PM
Friday: 8AM – 12PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed