Dental Implants Dublin

What are Dental Implants?

Dental implants stand apart from other reconstructive dentistry methods due to one crucial element – the presence of a tooth root. When your original tooth is extracted, you lose not only the crown (the visible portion of the tooth that everyone is very familiar with) but also the root, which helps stimulate your jawbone and keep it full and healthy. Once the tooth is gone, the tissue and bone begin to deteriorate, which can lead to further oral health concerns and even a loss of facial contour over time.

Dental implants are the only treatment option that effectively solves this problem by providing a new root in the form of a small, titanium post that is placed directly into the jawbone, reinvigorating it and creating a sturdy foundation for your new tooth.

The 4-Step Dental Implant Process

There is a good chance that your dental implant treatment plan will look different than another patient’s, but you can expect to move through the same four steps to achieve long-lasting results. No matter which stage you’re in, our team will remain close by to ensure you have a positive experience – one that will have you telling others about the kind of care and attention you received at our dental office.

• Initial Dental Implant Consultation – To start the implant process, you will meet with Dr. Conroy, Dr. Gestosani, or Dr. Tiemstra for an initial consultation. We will survey the state of your jawbone density while also going over your oral health and medical history. If bone grafting, gum disease treatment, tooth extraction, or another similar preliminary procedure is required, we’ll make sure you get the help you need so that dental implants can remain a possibility in the future.
• Dental Implant Surgery – Our dentists partner with local implant specialists to make the placement process simple and successful. You will undergo a safe and effective procedure that requires minor oral surgery so that your new smile forms a structurally sound base and delivers maximum support.
• Dental Implant Osseointegration/Abutment – An average of 4-6 months is required for osseointegration to occur and be successful. This ensures that your implant posts remain firmly in place and fuse with your jawbone. Once healed, you will need to have your metal abutments attached to the tops of your implant posts, as they help hold your restoration in place.
• Delivery of Dental Implant Restoration(s) – Before you can begin to experience life with a complete smile, we will need to attach your custom restoration. Whether you receive a dental crown, bridge, or denture, we will secure it in place so that you immediately see beautiful, lifelike results.

Benefits of Dental Implants

The benefits of choosing dental implants include:

• They look completely natural – in fact, many patients forget they are not natural teeth after a while!
• They are sturdy and durable
• You can brush and floss them just like natural teeth
• They allow you to eat and drink normally – no restrictions required!
• They can often last a lifetime if cared for properly
• They have a high success rate of 95% upon initial placement and can remain just as high after 10 years
• They reduce the chances of developing systemic diseases, like osteoporosis, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease