Are Dental Implants Right for Me?

Serving Portland, Lake Oswego, & West Linn, Oregon

If you've asked yourself this question, chances are you're not happy with your smile and you're seeking solutions. We offer the best options available and we're ready to answer any questions you may have about your dental needs.

Dental implants are a permanent replacement for missing teeth. If you have a healthy jaw bone but have lost teeth due to accidents or cavities, or if you have nonfunctional or rotten teeth that need to be removed, dental implants can be the perfect choice for your overall dental health.

One of the many benefits of implants is that they don't rely on neighboring teeth for support. This means that your healthy teeth are preserved in their original healthy structure. Because missing teeth put the jaw bone at risk, having dental implants placed also helps preserve bone tissue, keeping it healthy and strong.

The nice thing about dental implants is that with proper care they'll last a lifetime. If you've had to wear dentures or partial dentures, chances are that you've struggled with gum irritation from time to time. With permanent dental implants, you'll no longer have to deal with annoyances associated with wearing dentures.

Dental Implants are surgically attached to the jaw bone. The process can typically be done in two office visits. During your first visit, the implants are placed while you are under anesthesia. Once your implants are in place, your gums will be stitched closed.

This first phase requires several weeks to heal. Rest assured that we know the importance of making sure you're comfortable with the procedure from beginning to end. Therefore, before, during, and after your surgery, we offer a variety of sedatives, pain medications, and state-of-the-art procedures and anesthetic options so that your experience at our office is the most pleasant it can be. Acquiring a beautiful smile doesn't have to hurt, and we're often able to alleviate your pain altogether.

Once the dental implants are in place, and your jaw and gum tissue have healed, you'll be fitted for a porcelain crown, which is bonded to your implant. Porcelain crowns are the portion of the implant that sits above the gum line and becomes part of your smile. As a result, Portland Cosmetic Dentist Dr. Wendling takes the time to make sure that your new porcelain crown is the same color as the rest of your teeth.

Your new dental implants and crown will feel and look natural, and your beautiful, healthy smile will give you the self-confidence you deserve. When you're ready to take the next step, please contact Wendling Cosmetic and Reconstructive Dentistry near Portland, Oregon to schedule your dental implant consultation. Dr. Wendling is happy to answer any dental implant questions you may have.