919-682-5327 Missing a tooth due to advanced tooth decay, injury or extraction, can seriously compromise the function and appearance of your mouth. Many people with a missing tooth will contact Fleming Dental to explore their restoration options. One of the most common and effective treatments we recommend is a dental implant.
At the start of the treatment process, your dentist, Dr. Alex Fleming, will perform a thorough examination of your mouth and will take a few X-rays. This gives us a detailed understanding of your oral health and even the condition of your bone structure. If you’ve had past issues with chronic periodontal disease, tooth decay or tooth extraction, you might lack the sufficient bone structure needed to mount a dental implant. In a situation like this, we often recommend that you receive a bone graft before an implant is placed.
The implant procedure is performed on an outpatient basis, which might require deep sedation. This means that you will need to have someone drive you to and from your appointment.
When receiving the implant, an oral surgeon will make a small incision in your gums to gain direct access to your jawbone. A narrow channel is made in the bone and a titanium post is screwed into place. Titanium is known to be biologically safe and will eventually fuse to your bones to create a very strong anchor.
After your gums have healed and the titanium post has fused to your jawbone, our Fleming Dental team can start the process of installing a standard crown.
If you are missing a tooth and you would like to know more about dental implants in Durham, North Carolina, you can call Fleming Dental at 919-682-5327 to schedule an appointment.