Dental Implants Calgary

Dental implants can one option to replace missing teeth. Tooth implants help restore form and function to your mouth.

Dental Implants Procedure

Expressions Dental™ is a dental clinic in Calgary which provides implant placement. Our general dentist, Dr. D. David, performs the procedure on qualifying patients. Before starting a dental implant procedure, x-rays and scans are taken of the bone to assess the condition. Sometimes the structure or quality of the bone is insufficient to place the implant, so in that case we may suggest bone grafting and/or other procedures to get the site ready for an implant.

The implantation process involves placing a titanium post into the missing part of bone. An Implant takes time to become a part of the missing area. It may take three to six months to heal and integrate with the surrounding bone. As soon as the implant fuses with the bone, a special post is then attached to the implant to give support to a new porcelain or gold crown. At the end, we attach a crown on that post to restore form and function.

Advantages of Dental Implants:

• Reduces irritation of gum tissue and increases stability when used with dentures.
• No risk of cavities
• Restores proper chewing function
• Reduces bone loss in the area
• Does not harm adjacent teeth
• Easy to clean and maintain

Disadvantages of Dental Implants:

• Requires Surgery
• Time commitment required
• cost

Cost of Dental Implants

Cost of tooth implant varies from person to person. Not everyone is an ideal candidate. A consultation is necessary to determine the complexity of your case and to give you an estimate. Sometimes a referral to a specialist is required.