Dental Implants

Dental implants are a trusted solution for restoring missing teeth, offering long-term stability and durability for a variety of dental prosthetics. Whether you need crowns, bridges, or dentures, dental implants can enhance the strength and appearance of your smile.

Come experience the way dental implants provide reassurance to patients dealing with missing or defiled teeth. Call our office today to schedule an appointment today! 

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What Are Dental Implants?

In short, dental implants replace one or more missing teeth. They are the state-of-the-art approach to permanent tooth replacement. 

The implant part of a dental implant is a small titanium rod that is used to stand in for a tooth root. Dental implants are built to function identically to a natural tooth root. Your dental implant will gradually meld with your jaw, providing long-term comfort and usability. These tools provide a strong foundation for dental prosthetics, such as crowns or bridges.

Together, the implants and the dental prosthetics that are bonded to the dental implant create a stable and permanent tooth replacement option.

How Long do Dental Implants Last?

Dental implants themselves can last a lifetime since they go through a bonding process with your jaw called osseointegration. Your jawbone will grow around your dental implant, securing it permanently. Your dental crown or bridge may need to be replaced around every 10–15 years, but they may last longer with good care. Thankfully, if your dental prosthetic gets damaged we can replace it without replacing your implant.

The Benefits of Dental Implants

Aesthetic Appeal

Dental implants provide a solution that appears highly realistic. Designed to mimic the structure and appearance of natural teeth, implants blend seamlessly with the surrounding teeth, giving you a confident, natural-looking smile. They not only fill gaps but also maintain the overall harmony of your dental aesthetics, enhancing facial structure and boosting self-esteem.

Improved Confidence and Quality of Life

One of the standout cosmetic benefits of dental implants is the significant boost to your confidence. Unlike removable dentures, implants are securely anchored in your jaw, so you can speak, eat, and smile without fear of them shifting or slipping. This confidence in your smile can have positive effects on your social interactions and overall quality of life.

Maintain Jaw Health

Dental implants play an essential role in maintaining oral health by stimulating the jawbone. When a tooth is lost, the lack of stimulation can lead to bone resorption over time. Implants mimic the function of natural tooth roots, promoting bone growth and preserving the density of the jawbone, which helps maintain facial structure and prevents sunken cheeks.

Long-Lasting Durability and Stability

Unlike other tooth replacement options, dental implants are designed to be a long-term solution. With proper care, they can last for decades or even a lifetime. The process of osseointegration—where the implant fuses with the jawbone—ensures a secure and stable foundation for your prosthetic tooth, giving you dependable function and peace of mind.

Prevention of Shifting Teeth

When a tooth is lost, the neighboring teeth can start to shift out of alignment, leading to bite problems and potential jaw discomfort. Dental implants fill the gap left by missing teeth, maintaining the proper spacing and alignment of your natural teeth. This helps prevent future dental complications and contributes to a balanced, healthy bite.

The Science Behind Osseointegration

The roots of your teeth are essential to keeping your jaw healthy. They are what your jawbone anchors to, promoting the bone density necessary to support your entire face and jaw. Without tooth roots in the jaw, your jawbone will gradually lose its density. Up until recently, tooth replacement options didn’t solve this issue.

However, with the development of dental implants, we now have a solution! Dental implants will bond with your jaw in a process called osseointegration. The jawbone will use the dental implant to support its structure, just like it does with natural tooth roots. That is why dental implants are the premier solution for your missing teeth.

If you are ready to experience the amazing benefits of dental implants, reach out to Bahr Dental.

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The Dental Implant Process

The dental implant process can replace your missing teeth in just a few simple steps:

Consultation and Planning

Drs. Bahr and Segura assess your oral health, bone density, and gum condition to ensure you’re a candidate for implants. Bone grafting may be recommended if bone density is insufficient.

Implant Placement

The titanium implant is surgically placed into the jawbone, acting as an artificial tooth root. This procedure is performed under local anesthesia or sedation for comfort.

Healing Period

The implant fuses with the jawbone through a process called osseointegration, which takes several months. A temporary restoration may be provided during this time.

Abutment Placement

Once the implant has successfully integrated with the bone, a small connector piece called an abutment is attached to the implant post. This serves as the attachment point for the final restoration.

Implant Restoration

A custom-made crown, bridge, or denture is securely placed onto the abutment. This implant restoration is designed to match the look and function of your natural teeth.

Final Results

After the restoration is attached, your new teeth provide long-lasting stability, allowing you to speak, chew, and smile with confidence.

Implant-Supported Dental Bridges

Implants don’t just replace one tooth. They can support a dental bridge as well. A dental bridge is an arch of two or three teeth that fill a gap in your smile. Bridges traditionally have been used to replace a gap while anchoring to healthy teeth on either side of the gap. However, now, dental bridges can be supported by implants in your jawbone instead of relying on the neighboring teeth. This prevents your remaining teeth from becoming worn down by supporting a bridge. 

Taking Care of Dental Implants

Dental implants require the same amount of attention as your original smile: brush and floss daily and stay on top of your biannual dental checkups. To help your crowns and dentures last even longer, avoid chewing on hard non-food objects, such as ice or pens or opening packages with your teeth. Consider wearing mouth guards during athletic activities or while asleep to protect against teeth grinding.

Visit a Comprehensive Dental Clinic Like Bahr Dental 

Not every dental clinic can place and restore implants. Some only do one or the other. But at Bahr Dental, we offer a comprehensive approach. Both Dr. Bahr and Dr. Segura can place and restore dental implants, making it easier than ever to get a new smile. Dr. Bahr even has post-doctorate training in Neodent and Strauman implants from the University of Utah. When you come to Bahr Dental for dental implants, you are in good hands.

Technology for a Successful Implant Placement

Bahr Dental has several key pieces of technology that make your implant experience safer and easier:

  • Penguin Bone Density Scanner | We must assess your bone density before placing implants. This advanced scanner helps us determine your bone density and if you qualify for a dental implant.
  • Ultradent Soft Tissue Laser | This painless laser can be used to shape your gums once your implant is placed, helping create a cosmetic look. It may even be used during surgery for quicker recovery.
  • Glidewell io for Same-Day Crowns | With our AI-powered in-office crown milling, you can have a custom restoration on your implant the moment your jaw has healed. No longer wait for your new smile.
  • 3D Scans for Implant Placement Planning | With our 3D scanning and X-rays we can plan precisely where we will place your implant, offering better results all while lessening the amount of radiation you are exposed to.
  • Strauman, Neodent, Zimmer, and Implant Direct Training | Dr. Bahr has specific training in many kinds of implants and implant approaches, helping you have a successful implant experience. Let us customize your dental implants today!
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A Calming Experience Is Our Goal

Replacing teeth may cause apprehension for some patients, especially if they’ve dealt with negative or anxiety-inducing medical work in the past. Bahr Dental is committed to prioritizing customer satisfaction first. Here’s how we help our customers feel validated and at ease while in the dentist’s chair:

Expansive Dental Catalog

Our wide range of dental procedures allows patients to find a method that works well for their precise dental symptoms.

Sedation and Surgical Expertise

Dr. Bahr has received post-doctoral experience in surgical and sedation dental work, providing a layer of comfort to your dental experience.

Give our office a call if any other circumstances may be preventing you from feeling confident with any dental procedure. Our staff is ready to answer any questions you may need to get you safely and comfortably on your way.

We Are Here to Help

If you have been struggling with your dental health or know someone who is, we offer compassionate care, flexible payments, and comprehensive solutions. No matter what life situation you are in, we want to help you feel better about your smile and improve your health. If you want to learn more about how we can help people in our community, contact us today.

Dental Implant Frequently Asked Questions

We are here to help you with all of your dental implant questions. If you are curious about dental implants or the process to get them, you can reach out today, or read some of the most common ones below.

Can children and teens get dental implants?

We do not recommend implants until you have reached adulthood. Teens and children still have soft developing jawbones and implants are not always successful. Instead, if a teen is missing a tooth we will recommend a dental bridge until they can have an implant placed.

What is the recovery time after getting dental implants?

Initial recovery usually takes a few days to a week. However, the full osseointegration process, where the jawbone melds with the implant, takes several months. We will wait for some amount of osseointegration to occur before we restore the implant.

Can dental implants replace multiple teeth or a full set of teeth?

Yes, dental implants can be used to replace a single tooth, multiple teeth, or support a full set of dentures for comprehensive tooth replacement. Bahr Dental offers implant-supported bridges for when you need to replace several teeth in a row.

What makes a good dental implant candidate?

A good dental implant candidate has healthy gums, sufficient jawbone density to support the implant, and is committed to maintaining good oral hygiene. Ideal candidates are also in overall good health and are non-smokers or willing to stop smoking to ensure the success of the implant.

Transform Your Smile with Dental Implants Today!

Don’t wait to restore your smile’s strength and beauty. Dental implants offer a cosmetic and permanent solution to your missing teeth. Contact Bahr Dental in Bountiful, UT, to schedule your consultation at a dental office that offers a high level of experience and a compassionate environment.

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