If you’re facing the challenge of missing teeth, dental implants offer a durable and natural-looking solution.
At Badea Dental, we specialize in the restoration phase of dental implants, providing the final touch to complete your smile. Dr. Luana Badea, a board-certified dentist, expertly attaches custom prostheses, like crowns or bridges, to implants, ensuring a seamless blend with your natural teeth. For a comprehensive implant restoration service in Austin, reach out to us at Badea Dental to schedule your appointment.
What Are Implant Restorations?
Often confused for the dental implant themselves, implant restorations are actually the type of replacement tooth that goes on top of an implant.
When you get dental implants, there are two main components to the treatment:
- The implant: This is a titanium post to replace your tooth root that is surgically placed in your jaw.
- The restoration: This is the replacement tooth—or dental prosthesis—that goes on top of your gums. Once the implant heals, an abutment—the connecting piece—is then attached to this post. The abutment, in turn, connects the implant to the restoration.
Types of Implant Restorations
There are three main types of dental implant restorations:
- Dental crowns
- Dental implant bridges
- Implant-supported dentures
Understanding these options helps patients make informed decisions about the most suitable dental implant restoration for their unique needs and preferences.
Dental Crowns, or Single-Tooth Restorations
Dental crowns are single-tooth replacements, resembling natural teeth. A dental crown is a great replacement tooth option when you have just one missing tooth. The crown goes on top of the dental implant and looks and acts just like a natural tooth.
You’ll care for the crown just like your other teeth. Crown implant restorations tend to last around 10–15 years.
Dental Implant Bridges
Implant bridges replace multiple adjacent missing teeth, connecting to implants for stability. In other words, a dental bridge is a good implant restoration option for individuals who have two or three missing teeth in a row.
During the procedure, two crowns are secured to implants, and then any remaining prosthetic teeth are secured between the crowns. This option allows you to replace multiple missing teeth with only one or two implants.
Implant-Supported Dentures
If you have many missing or damaged teeth, an implant-supported denture can provide you with a functional mouth and a beautiful smile.
Implant dentures provide a full arch of artificial teeth, secured by implants, offering enhanced stability and functionality. Around four to eight dental implants are placed and then attached to a denture apparatus. This allows you to replace an entire arch of teeth with only a few dental implants.
Collaboration for Comprehensive Care
At Badea Dental, we understand the importance of a collaborative approach for the best implant results. Dr. Luana Badea teams up with skilled oral surgeons for the initial placement of the dental implants. Once the implant is surgically placed and has adequately healed, patients return to our office for the finishing phase.
Dr. Badea then takes over to complete the restoration. This involves attaching the custom-made dental prosthesis — be it a crown, bridge, or denture — to the implant. This collaborative process ensures a seamless transition from implant placement to restoration, providing patients with a comprehensive, coordinated, and comfortable experience throughout their dental implant journey.
Discover Quality Implant Restoration Services at Our Welcoming Office!
Contact us with any questions you have about implant restorations, whether you’re looking to get them for yourself or help a loved one restore their smile. Dr. Badea will ensure you are comfortable and get a long-lasting smile restoration.
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