Implants

What Is a Dental Implant?

For your actual dental implant procedure, we place a cylindrical titanium post into your jaw to serve as a substitute for your original tooth root. Legacy Dental only uses superior quality, high-performance dental implants. These implanted rods fuse with your natural jawbone to provide a strong foundation for your new replacement teeth. Once your implant is placed, our expert dentist will finish the procedure with a temporary bridge to allow you to have fully functioning teeth – before you even leave our office. Same-day teeth have never been so easy and convenient!

The surrounding tissue and bone need time to heal before proceeding to the final step. Depending on how quickly your body naturally heals, your next appointment is when you get the abutment attached to the implanted post. This is the support for your new tooth (or set of teeth.) Once the abutment is in place, we attach your custom-made crown to finalize your fully functioning new tooth. We also schedule a follow-up visit in a few weeks to ensure that your new tooth is comfortable and that your bite is perfectly aligned.

Legacy Dental Also Offers Mini Implants

If you are looking for a nonsurgical alternative to dental implants that eliminates recovery time and is a less expensive financial investment, mini dental implants may be the right option for you. Mini implants can be used to secure dentures or to replace one or more teeth, which usually require a series of four to six mini implants to be placed along your gum line.

What Are the Advantages of Mini Implants?

Legacy Dental is committed to offering you as many options as possible to fully restore your smile. Patients who choose mini implants appreciate the following benefits over the “regular” dental implants…

• A great benefit of the mini implant is that it is a simple, nonsurgical procedure. The recovery period for the patient is eliminated and the restoration teeth can be placed right away, or only a short time after
• Because the mini dental implant procedure is a much less involved process than the conventional dental implants, this procedure can usually be completed in one dental appointment
• A mini implant restoration is also a less expensive procedure than regular dental implants
• Like regular implants, the mini implants also prevent bone loss in the jaw from occurring over time.

Are Dental Implants Right for You?

Dental implants are one of the most versatile and reliable ways to replace missing teeth. You may be a good candidate if you:

• Have one or more missing teeth
• Want to replace a damaged or failing tooth
• Have dentures that slip or feel uncomfortable
• Have healthy gums and enough jawbone density for implant placement
• Are looking for a permanent, natural-looking solution

If you’ve been told in the past that you may not qualify for traditional dental implants, you could still be a candidate for mini dental implants. These smaller posts require less bone support and can often be placed in a single visit with little to no recovery time. Whether you choose traditional or one-day dental implants, our team will evaluate your needs, answer your questions, and create a treatment plan tailored to your goals and comfort.

Caring for Your Dental Implants

One of the best things about dental implants is how easy they are to maintain. Once your implants are placed and fully healed, you can care for them just like your natural teeth.

Daily care tips include:

• Brush twice a day using a soft-bristled toothbrush
• Floss or use an interdental cleaner around the implant crown
• Visit your dentist every six months for a professional cleaning and checkup
• Avoid chewing extremely hard foods like ice or hard candy

When cared for properly, dental implants can last for decades, often a lifetime. Our team will provide personalized aftercare instructions and periodic exams to ensure your implants remain healthy and strong for years to come.

Dental Implants From a Caring, Professional Team

Choosing where to have your dental implant treatment is just as important as the procedure itself. At Legacy Dental, you’re cared for by a team with decades of experience and a commitment to precision, comfort, and compassion.

Our implant specialists use advanced 3D imaging and digital planning tools to place each implant with accuracy and efficiency. Whether you’re replacing one tooth, several teeth, or an entire arch, our team will guide you through every step with warmth and professionalism, ensuring you leave with a confident, beautiful smile that feels entirely your own.

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Learn More About Dental Implants in Fort Wayne, IN & the Roanoke & Huntington, IN, Areas

Ready to restore your smile and confidence? Schedule your free dental implant consultation at Legacy Dental in Fort Wayne, IN, today and discover how dental implants can give you a strong, natural-looking smile that lasts a lifetime.