Dental Implants Federal Way
Root-to-Crown Tooth Replacement That Lasts
Providing top-of-the-line care means offering solutions that extend beyond the basics. While there is much to be said about the benefits of dental bridges and dentures, a superior tooth replacement exists – dental implants. As the premier form of treatment for millions of individuals with missing teeth, its versatility allows for crowns, bridges, and dentures to be supported by customized implant posts. If you are interested in learning how you can start the process of achieving a complete, permanent smile, call our office to schedule a consultation.
Why Choose Precision Dental Care for Dental Implants?
- We Ensure Safe Implant Placement by Working Alongside Trusted Specialists
- Advanced Imaging & Treatment Planning with CBCT Scanner
- Two Dentists Who Put Patients’ Needs First
What are Dental Implants?
A tooth is made up of a root and a crown. Dental bridges and dentures only replace the visible portion (the crown), while dental implants restore what exists beneath the gumline (the root). Their titanium posts fuse with surrounding tissues and bone to create a firm foundation for the customized restoration that sits on top. This might be a crown, bridge, or denture depending on how many teeth you need to have replaced. Once positioned and secured, dental implants can last a lifetime with appropriate care.
The 4-Step Dental Implant Process
Each patient will have a different experience when receiving dental implants; however, to ensure their success, a four-step process must always be followed:
- Initial Dental Implant Consultation – Your meeting with Dr. Navi or Dr. Mace will include a thorough examination of your mouth and facial structures. This will determine if you can receive dental implants right away or if you need additional treatments beforehand, like gum disease treatment, tooth extraction, bone grafting, a sinus lift, or ridge augmentation.
- Dental Implant Surgery – The oral surgery that is required to place your dental implants will be performed by outside specialists. We partner with some of the best in the area, so you can rest assured that your smile is in the most talented hands.
- Dental Implant Osseointegration/Abutment – After your surgery is complete, you will spend 4-6 months at home allowing your implants to fuse with the bone in a process known as osseointegration. Once this is finished and you’re thoroughly healed, you will receive your metal abutments, which help to attach your restoration to your implant post(s).
- Delivery of Dental Implant Restoration(s) – When nearing the end of your dental implant treatment, the last step is to receive your customized restoration. Earlier in the process, we’ll identify what you need before sending the impression off to lab technicians, who will customize a dental crown, bridge, or denture based on the specifications we provide.
Benefits of Dental Implants
It’s impossible to overlook the benefits that you’ll receive with dental implants. As superior forms of tooth replacement, these prosthetics enhance functionality by allowing for better nutrition, clearer speech, and more confident smiles. Also, their permanency allows for a longer-lasting smile – one that can remain in place for a lifetime. As these are just a few of the many benefits you can expect to enjoy, your decision to choose dental implants is one you will not regret.