Dental Implants in Phoenix, AZ

Choosing Paradise Dentistry for Dental Implants

Even though implant dentistry is a highly specialized field, it is not formally recognized as a dental specialty. Almost any general dentist can place an implant without any training at all. However, patients should do their research to find out what kind dentist to choose and how much training the dentist has had. You can be confident in choosing Paradise Ridge Family Dentistry.

What do Dental Implants Involve?

The process of providing an implant comes in two parts. The first part is the surgical application and installation of a titanium root in the jaw bone. Depending on the patient’s condition, bone grafting may be needed to build up mass and material to hold the titanium root firmly. This is a common situation where periodontal disease causes the original tooth loss and surrounding bone damage. The goal is for osseointegration to occur, where the titanium root bonds with the jaw bone. This increases strength dramatically and makes the implant root durable. It also stops bone shrinkage, another common issue with a lost tooth and gap.

Once fully healed, the second step occurs, and the crown is applied to the tooth root. The porcelain nature of the crown matches existing teeth, and the implant is hard to notice unless one is looking for it.

Benefits Created by Dental Implants

Missing teeth are replaced in a permanent manner that lasts for years.
The appearance matches regular teeth and fits comfortably.
Durable and strong, implants are solid enough to anchor a denture set.
Implants help retain facial structure and appearance.
The materials used are organic-compatible, so your body won’t reject them.
Unlike dentures, implants don’t move around.
Chewing is restored where the original tooth was lost.
The chewing experience is enjoyable again, versus stressful as with dentures.
No modification of existing teeth is needed for fitting.

If it’s time for you to have a dental implant in Phoenix, Paradise Ridge Family Dentistry is ready and willing to help. Our team covers both phases of an implant, so everything happens with the same team and location. To get started, call or email us at Paradise Ridge Dentistry to schedule an appointment. Check out our tips to relieve pain after dental implant procedure.