Gentle Family Dentistry: Expert Dental Implant Services in Augusta, Winslow & Madison, ME
Here at Gentle Family Dentistry, we take it upon ourselves to provide world-class dental implant treatments in our three convenient locations: Augusta ME, Madison ME, and Winslow ME. With skilled staff, we endeavor to restore your teeth's functionality and health via state-of-the-art implant treatments. We understand the agony of missing teeth and offer solutions that promise long-term results, a confidence boost, and full oral health.
What Are Dental Implants?
Tooth implants are a permanent solution to missing teeth. They are titanium posts surgically placed in the jawbone, which anchor a specially shaped crown. The substitute is almost the same size and has the same function as teeth, allowing for improved chewing efficiency and speech clarity. Implants also help maintain facial architecture because they stop the jawbone from receding, which often occurs when teeth are missing.
Why select Gentle Family Dental for Dental Implants?
We are members of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, the American Dental Association, and the Academy of General Dentistry. This affiliation reflects excellence in implant and our commitment to ongoing education.
We offer comprehensive implant procedures, including:
- Single-Tooth Implants
The most preferred choice for single missing tooth replacement without compromising the health of the adjacent teeth. This kind maintains the natural spacing and will not push the adjacent teeth out of position.
- Implant-Supported Bridges
This option is best for replacing multiple missing teeth. It is a solid and fixed solution in place of removable partial dentures.
- Full-Arch Restorations
For those with all the teeth in the upper or lower denture arc, we provide more reversible, comfortable, and functional transplantation dentures than traditional removable dentures.
Each treatment is tailored to meet your needs, ensuring a personalized approach from consultation through aftercare.
The Dental Implant Procedure
- Initial Consultation
We evaluate your oral health, discuss your objectives, and ensure dental implants are your best option.
- Treatment Planning
Using X-rays and computer-generated high-resolution imaging, we create a personalized plan based on your anatomy, lifestyle, and dental requirements.
- Implant Placement
The titanium post is surgically placed in the jawbone under local anesthetic. Sedation may be employed to further optimize comfort in certain situations.
- Osseointegration
The implant integrates into the jawbone naturally over months of healing, resulting in a secure base for the final restoration.
- Abutment and Crown Placement
After healing, we add an abutment and insert a personalized crown identical to your natural tooth in form and feel, completing the restoration.
Benefits of Dental Implants
- Durability: Dental implants last forever with proper care.
- Bone Conservation: Implants prevent bone loss after tooth loss.
- Enhanced Function: Restore maximum chewing function and pronunciation.
- Aesthetic Integration: Your teeth color and shape are reproduced in the personalized crowns.
Candidacy and Implant Choices
Dental implants are an excellent choice for most patients, but immediate placement will not be suitable for all. During your consultation, we consider major factors such as bone quality, gum tissue health, and overall medical health.
You can be a suitable candidate if:
- You have one or more missing teeth
- You are in good overall health
- You have sufficient bone and healthy gums to hold the implant
- You do not smoke or are ready to quit smoking throughout the healing process
Where bone density is absent, bone grafting may be recommended to provide a stable base. Suppose such patients are not ideal candidates for an implant. In that case, we have excellent alternatives, i.e., fixed bridges and complete or partial dentures. We can help you choose the best that suits you and your needs.
Schedule your consultation
Call today to schedule a comprehensive evaluation if you need a dental implant. Let our skilled employees at our Augusta, Madison, or Winslow locations walk you through the first step towards increasing your oral health and welfare.
