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Gainesville, VA Dental Implants
If you’re living with missing teeth, it can affect your confidence, oral health, and quality of life. Fortunately, there is a long-lasting solution that can help restore the appearance and function of your smile: dental implants. At Total Dental Arts, Dr. Kourosh provides expert dental implant procedures for patients in Gainesville, allowing them to regain their confidence and improve their oral health. Whether you’re missing a single tooth or several, dental implants offer a durable, natural-looking, and permanent solution.
What Are Dental Implants?
Dental implants are sophisticated, custom-made restorations designed to replace missing teeth. Unlike removable dentures, dental implants are surgically placed in the jawbone, providing a permanent and stable foundation for artificial teeth. Made of titanium, which is biocompatible, the implant post fuses with the jawbone in a process called osseointegration, making it a strong and long-lasting solution.
Once the implant is securely in place, Dr. Kourosh will design a restoration (such as a crown, bridge, or denture) that matches the natural appearance of your existing teeth. This customized restoration will fit perfectly and function like your own teeth, ensuring that you can speak, eat, and smile with ease and confidence.
Why You May Need Dental Implants?
There are several reasons why dental implants are a preferred solution for missing teeth, including:
- Long-Term Solution: Dental implants are designed to last a lifetime, providing a permanent restoration for missing teeth.
- Improved Functionality: Dental implants restore full function, allowing you to eat your favorite foods, speak clearly, and smile confidently.
- Natural Appearance: Since dental implants are custom-designed to match the shape, size, and color of your natural teeth, they blend seamlessly with your smile, making them virtually indistinguishable from real teeth.
- Jawbone Preservation: Missing teeth can lead to bone loss in the jaw. Dental implants help preserve the jawbone by stimulating bone growth, preventing further bone deterioration.
- Enhanced Confidence: Dental implants restore your smile and help you regain confidence. You won’t have to worry about dentures slipping or shifting—implants stay securely in place.
The Dental Implant Process at Total Dental Arts
We use advanced dental technology and techniques to perform the dental implant procedure with precision and care. While the process typically takes several months, the end result is well worth the wait. Here’s an overview of the steps involved in getting dental implants:
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Initial Consultation and Evaluation
The process begins with a consultation at Total Dental Arts at our Centreville office. During this appointment, Dr. Kourosh will evaluate your oral health, review your medical history, and discuss your specific needs and goals. He will also take X-rays or 3D images of your jawbone to determine if there is enough bone density to support the implant. If necessary, bone grafting may be performed to ensure optimal implant placement. -
Implant Placement Surgery
Once you are deemed a good candidate for dental implants, the next step is the surgical placement of the implant post. Dr. Kourosh will place the titanium implant into the jawbone under local anesthesia, ensuring that you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure. The implant post serves as the root of the new tooth and will eventually fuse with the bone, creating a stable base for the final restoration. -
Healing and Osseointegration
After the implant is placed, a healing period of several months is necessary for osseointegration to occur. During this time, the titanium implant will integrate with the surrounding bone, creating a strong and stable foundation. Dr. Kourosh will monitor your progress during this healing phase to ensure that everything is going as planned. -
Placement of Abutment and Restoration
Once the implant has fully integrated with the bone, you’ll return to Total Dental Arts for the next phase of the process. Dr. Kourosh will place a small connector called an abutment on top of the implant, which serves as the anchor for your final restoration. After the abutment is in place, impressions will be taken to create your custom-made crown, bridge, or denture. -
Final Restoration
Once the restoration is ready, Dr. Kourosh will attach it to the abutment, completing your new smile. The final restoration will match the appearance and function of your natural teeth, and you will be able to enjoy a fully restored smile that looks and feels completely natural.
Benefits of Dental Implants
Dental implants offer a wide range of benefits, including:
- Long-Lasting and Durable: With proper care, dental implants can last a lifetime, making them a valuable investment in your oral health.
- Restores Function: Implants allow you to eat, speak, and smile with ease, restoring full functionality to your teeth.
- Preserves Bone Structure: Unlike traditional dentures, which can cause bone loss over time, dental implants help preserve the natural structure of your jawbone.
- Aesthetic Appeal: Implants look and feel like natural teeth, making them an ideal option for restoring your smile.
- Minimal Maintenance: Caring for dental implants is simple—just brush, floss, and visit Dr. Kourosh for regular checkups.
Types of Dental Implants
At Total Dental Arts, Dr. Kourosh offers a variety of dental implant options tailored to meet the specific needs of his patients:
- Single Tooth Implants: Ideal for replacing a single missing tooth, a single tooth implant restores both function and appearance with a custom crown.
- Implant-Supported Bridges: If you are missing multiple consecutive teeth, an implant-supported bridge can replace them using only two or more implants.
- All-on-4® Dental Implants: For patients who are missing an entire arch of teeth, this technique uses just four implants to support a full set of replacement teeth.
- Implant-Supported Dentures: For patients who need full-mouth restoration, implant-supported dentures provide enhanced comfort and stability compared to traditional removable dentures.
Why Choose Us for Dental Implants?
Dr. Kourosh is known for his compassionate care, advanced expertise, and commitment to achieving the best possible results for his patients. He utilizes the latest technologies and techniques to ensure that each dental implant procedure is successful and comfortable. At Total Dental Arts, your oral health and satisfaction are our top priorities. Dr. Kourosh will work with you to design a personalized treatment plan that meets your needs and helps you achieve your smile goals.
Schedule a Dental Implant Consultation Today
If you’re ready to restore your smile with dental implants, Dr. Kourosh and the team at Total Dental Arts are here to help. With a commitment to quality, precision, and patient care, we offer personalized dental implant treatments to Gainesville patients. Contact us today at (703) 890-3200 to schedule your consultation and learn more about how dental implants can improve your oral health and smile!