Dental Implants in Seattle, WA

Seeing a dentist about unsalvageable teeth is essential to the overall health and look of your mouth. To help Seattle, WA patients restore functionality after losing a tooth, Dr. Hal Kussick proudly offers dental implants for tooth replacement. A fixed implant utilizes a sturdy screw that serves as an artificial tooth root, and a unique dental crown, bridge, or denture fills in for the lost tooth (or teeth). If you have a missing tooth or need an extraction, please schedule an evaluation at Dental@888 and learn about your fixed implant possibilities.

Dental implants are typically recommended due to the impressive extent of excellent benefits they offer patients. Some of the most common benefits of dental implants include:

• Do not depend on neighboring teeth for stability
• Act similar to normal teeth in function and appearance
• An effective, safe replacement option
• Provide increased chewing strength
• A durable dental restoration
• Fuse with the jawbone to retain jawbone health and stability
• Allow patients to have a diverse diet
• Can improve your self-confidence when speaking and smiling

Dental implants may replace any quantity of damaged teeth, ranging from one tooth to many. You might be an ideal candidate for dental implants if you suffer from missing teeth, need tooth extractions, or have problems with your current replacement. To serve their purpose, implants require adequate jawbone tissue, healthy gum tissues, and a reliable dental environment, and several patients may need additional treatments before they are considered ideal candidates. Implant-supported restorations might not be appropriate if you are an expecting mother, smoke cigarettes, or have particular health disorders. During your appointment, our team can help you determine if implant-based solutions are right for you and your needs.

The technique for dental implants includes the precise positioning of the screw and securing a natural-looking restoration (including full-arch dentures, crowns, and bridges). Once we have prepared your mouth for treatment, you'll receive oral anesthesia to ensure optimal comfort. We may also use oral-conscious or IV techniques to reduce dental anxieties. The titanium implant will be surgically set within the jawbone at a particular location and given a period of time to fuse with the tissue through a process called osseointegration. When the treatment site has healed (commonly at least six months afterward), Dr. Kussick will position a custom-fixed denture, crown, or full-arch piece and analyze the jaw's alignment. We will provide detailed aftercare instructions to ensure the treatment area heals correctly.

Do dental implants in Seattle, WA last?
Dental implants are different than natural teeth. They won't be harmed by dental diseases like decay, and they will last. This will help dental implants last. It is important to note that the gum surrounding implants is still susceptible to dental disease.

How many implants do I need?
The number of dental implants you may need will depend on how many missing teeth you have. Generally speaking, two dental implants can support a lower denture, while four dental implants can support a full set of permanent teeth. If you need to replace a tooth or teeth, call our office to schedule a consultation today.

How long will it take to get dental implants in Seattle, WA?
A dental implant will generally take up to a few hours to complete. It will depend on the number of teeth being treated and where they are located. You may have to go through the process in multiple stages if you need an extraction before your implant. Talk to our implant dentist to get all of your questions answered.

With the developments in modern dentistry, patients have several ways to treat tooth loss. We can create a realistic appearance and improve the function with dental implants. Dr. Kussick is proud to perform implant denture, crown, and bridge options as long-term tooth replacements for Seattle, WA patients. To discover your possibilities for replacing severely decayed or missing teeth, please schedule an appointment to receive additional information.