Missing teeth are a common issue, caused by injury, oral hygiene lapses, disease, or several other factors. Dental implants are one option to replace missing teeth.
At Banyan Dental, Dr. Verma, General Dentist, offers implant services and can discuss whether implants are a suitable option for you.
What Is a Dental Implant?
A tooth implant in Langley is a replacement tooth root that we install directly into your jawbone. Titanium is the most common material used for an implant because it tends to fuse well with natural human bone. After installing the implant, we attach a crown or bridge to it for a natural-looking replacement option.
Implants are only suitable for non-smokers with generally good dental health. You must have a sufficient jawbone and no signs of gum disease. Our dentist in Langley will help you determine if implants are a suitable option for you.
Single or Multiple Dental Implants
Dental implants in Langley can be used to address a range of needs:
- Single Tooth Replacement: One implant can replace a single missing tooth, no matter its location.
- Multiple Missing Teeth: We can support a dental bridge with one or more implants to replace several teeth in a row.
- Full Arch Replacement: We can also support a full bridge or denture with 4-6 implants to replace an entire arch of missing teeth.
About Dental Implants
Implants differ from dentures and bridges in several ways:
- Bone Preservation: Implants stimulate the jawbone, which may help reduce the bone loss that can follow tooth loss.
- Tissue and Facial Support: By helping to preserve bone and tissue, implants may help maintain facial structure.
- Anchorage: Unlike dentures or bridges, implants are anchored in the jaw.
- Longevity: With proper care and regular dental visits, implants can last many years. Lifespan varies from patient to patient.
Our Dental Implant Services in Langley, BC
Banyan Dental offers the following implant-related services:
Sinus Lift Augmentation: When upper back teeth are lost, the sinuses can enlarge, leaving insufficient bone for implant placement. A bone graft can be used to rebuild bone in this area. This bone graft typically requires between 9 and 12 months of healing time before implants can be placed.
Autogenous Bone Grafting: When the implant site does not have enough bone to support an implant, bone can be taken from somewhere else in your mouth — often the chin or the area where wisdom teeth once were — and placed in the implant site.
Implant Site Development: When you’ve lost a tooth due to infection, bone loss around the site is common. Bone grafting performed at the time of extraction can prepare the site for a dental implant later on.
Computer-Assisted Treatment Planning: We use software for 3D assessment of your dental structures to support implant planning.
Implant Maintenance: It is important to keep the implant site clean and free of infection. Implants are susceptible to plaque and tartar buildup, and to inflammation of the surrounding tissues. In addition to at-home care, professional cleanings are an important part of maintaining a healthy site.
Post-Treatment Care
Think of your replacement teeth the same way you think of your natural teeth. They require the same daily brushing and flossing and the same regular checkups. Good daily care and regular dental visits support the longevity of your implants.
Visit Our Dental Implant Dentist in Langley, BC
Contact Banyan Dental to discuss whether dental implants are a suitable option for you.
