What is Implant Dentistry?
Hi there, Dr. Nikki here. If you’re researching dental implants in Los Angeles, you’ve come to the right place. Let me walk you through everything you need to know about implant dentistry and why it might be the perfect solution for your smile.
Implant dentistry is a specialized branch of dentistry focused on replacing missing teeth with artificial tooth roots that support permanent or removable replacement teeth. As someone who has performed thousands of successful implant procedures right here in Los Angeles, I can tell you that dental implants are the closest thing to natural teeth that modern dentistry offers.
Unlike dentures or bridges, implants replace both the root and the crown of a missing tooth, providing a permanent solution that looks, feels, and functions just like your natural teeth
Our popular procedures
- Single Tooth Implants – The go-to solution when you’ve lost just one tooth. A dentist places a titanium post in your jawbone and tops it with a crown that looks and works just like your natural tooth.
- Full-Arch Restoration – When you need all your teeth replaced in one jaw, this approach uses just 4-6 implants to support a complete set of new teeth. It’s much more stable than traditional dentures.
- Bone Grafting – Sometimes there’s not enough jawbone to hold an implant. This procedure builds up the bone first, creating a solid foundation for your new teeth.
- Sinus Lift – For upper back teeth, dentists sometimes need to gently raise the sinus floor and add bone material before placing implants. This creates enough space for secure implants where bone is naturally thin.
- Same-Day Implants – No more waiting months for teeth! With this approach, you get temporary teeth attached to your implants immediately after surgery, so you never have to go without.
- Computer-Guided Surgery – Using 3D imaging and printed surgical guides, dentists can place implants with incredible precision, making the procedure faster, less invasive, and more predictable.
Explore the world of Implant Dentistry
Dental implants are essentially artificial tooth roots made of titanium that provide a permanent base for fixed replacement teeth.
Unlike traditional dentures, implants don't slip or click when you talk, laugh, or eat.
They're the closest thing to natural teeth that modern dentistry offers.
And get this – with proper care, they can last a lifetime. Not 5 years, not 10 years. A lifetime.
Implant dentistry restores smiles by replacing missing teeth with natural-looking, durable implants. It blends technology and artistry for lasting results, making eating and speaking easier. Whether it's one tooth or a full set, implants feel and function like real teeth, bringing back confidence and comfort.
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