Replacing Missing Teeth with Dental Implants
A dental implant is placed in the jaw to support a replacement tooth or teeth. At Smile Design Dental Team in Dedham, your consultation starts with an evaluation of your oral health and a discussion of the replacement options that fit your needs.
Which Implant Option Fits Your Needs?
Visit our dental implant overview to compare treatment options. A single-tooth implant supports an individual crown. Other plans use implants to support a bridge or denture.
How Do Implants Differ from a Dental Bridge?
A conventional bridge relies on neighboring teeth for support; an implant-supported restoration relies on implants. These are different treatment approaches. Ask your dentist how your remaining teeth, jawbone, and overall health affect the choice. Learn more about dental bridges.
Planning Treatment and Healing
Your plan includes an assessment, implant placement, healing, and the replacement teeth. The timing and any preparatory care vary by patient. Your dentist will explain the proposed stages, alternatives, risks, and maintenance before treatment.
Our implant FAQs provide a starting point for questions to bring to your consultation.
Understanding Your Implant Estimate
Ask for an estimate covering the complete treatment plan, including the implants, replacement teeth, any preparatory care, and follow-up. Explore our payment options and meet our dental team.
Request an Implant Consultation in Dedham
Contact Smile Design Dental Team to discuss replacing missing teeth and arrange an assessment. You can also view before-and-after cases from our practice.