Dental Implants - Molalla, OR

Choose the State-of-the-Art and Best Alternative to Natural Teeth

Rediscover Your Lost Smile with Transformative Dental Implants

Missing, decaying, and failing teeth can make it seem impossible to imagine yourself with a complete, healthy smile. However, with advancements in technology and our exceptional clinical expertise, you have options for restoring your teeth! Dental implants are made to look, feel, and function like natural teeth, anchored into your jawbone to create a solid foundation for your smile.

The dental implant is a biocompatible titanium post surgically placed in your jawbone to replace your missing tooth root. The abutment protrudes above your gumline, functioning as a connector between the post and replacement tooth, bridge, or full-mouth prosthesis. The three dental implant components work together to restore a natural-looking smile that can last a lifetime with proper oral hygiene and professional care!

Dental Implants Deliver Unrivaled Benefits

Restores nearly 100% of dental function
Stabilizes bridges and dentures
Provides a natural-looking appearance
Offers durable, long-lasting results
Improves oral health and quality of life
Prevents bone loss and related facial changes

Our Versatile Dental Implant Options

Single Implants

Dental implants are the only permanent solution for a missing or failing tooth. A single dental implant replaces your missing tooth, from the root to the crown, seamlessly blending in with your natural dental arch. After the dental implant fuses with your jawbone, Dr. Whitted will restore your dental function and aesthetics with a carefully crafted porcelain crown.

Dental Bridges

While a traditional bridge prevents shifting of adjacent teeth, the procedure requires significant modification of two healthy teeth crowned to support the false tooth. With implant-retained bridges in Molalla, OR, the dental implants eliminate the need to alter healthy teeth. The implants stimulate your underlying bone and eliminate the risk of gum recession, neither of which is achieved with traditional bridges.

Implant Supported Dentures

If you wear traditional dentures, you may be tired of dealing with everyday issues, such as nightly removal/cleaning, gum irritation, slippage, and food limitations. With the placement of three or four implants per arch, you can choose between a removable overdenture or fixed teeth. Dental implants provide superb retention for your new teeth, enable you to eat most of the foods you love, and eliminate potentially embarrassing moments at mealtime and in social settings!

Full-Mouth Dental Implants

When you get full-mouth dental implants in Molalla, OR, they provide many advantages compared to conventional dentures. In addition to looking and functioning like your natural teeth, full-mouth dental implants are designed to be long-lasting, allow you to bite and chew more naturally, and eliminate time-consuming maintenance. Dr. Whitted will determine the number of required dental implants based on your underlying bone and oral health. Another significant benefit of full-mouth dental implants is that they require the same daily brushing and flossing routines as natural teeth.

Your Journey to an Implant-Restored Smile

Consult & Planning

During your complimentary implant consultation, we listen to your concerns, complete necessary diagnostics, discuss a treatment plan, and provide the estimated cost and timeline. Total treatment time depends on your unique needs, including your medical and dental history, jawbone health, and the number of teeth needing replacement.

Procedure & Same-Day Teeth

With careful planning, preparation, and guided surgery, you’ll likely be pleasantly surprised at the ease of getting dental implants in Molalla, OR. And if you have dental anxiety or are apprehensive, we offer all levels of sedation and will help you choose the best one to address your needs. If you received full-arch dental implants, you’ll return the day after surgery to be fitted with temporary teeth.

Follow-Up Appointments

It takes three to six months for implants to fuse with your underlying jawbone, so your gums are most vulnerable to infection and implant failure during the first year. As such, following proper oral hygiene and scheduling periodic maintenance visits is crucial.

During your visits to Fountain Valley Dental, Dr. Whitted will assess your gums, implants, and surrounding teeth to look for evidence of traumatic occlusion, plaque/tartar buildup, and signs of tissue inflammation, bleeding, and/or infection.

Healing and Final Restorations

Before you leave, we’ll review postsurgical instructions to ensure healing progresses without complications. You may experience some discomfort and bruising, especially if you require additional procedures such as extraction and/or grafting.

The good news is that this typically can be managed with over-the-counter pain medication and subsides greatly after a few days. Once the implants have fully integrated with your jawbone and are completely stable, you’ll be fitted with a beautifully fabricated crown, bridge, or full-arch prosthesis.

Am I A Candidate for Implants?

I never enjoyed partials, so I talked to Dr. Ben about having an Implant

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