If you have a missing tooth that’s affecting your comfort, confidence, or chewing function, consider dental implants as an ideal solution. While our goal is to preserve natural teeth, dental implants offer a seamless replacement option for missing teeth.
Dental implants are state-of-the-art treatments. Developed over 40 years ago, they have proven a successful solution to replacing missing teeth.
A dental implant is essentially an artificial tooth that is placed, or implanted, into your jaw where a dental crown is then capped on for a complete tooth that looks and even feels like a real tooth.
The best part is that the new replacement tooth will function as seamlessly as your regular tooth.
Situations Where Dental Implants Are Needed
To assess your suitability for dental implants, a consultation with Dr. Fulton and our experienced surgery team is essential.
Through this process, we will evaluate the condition of your gums and bone support to determine if you are a candidate for the placement of dental implants.
The placement of dental implants is a multi-step process that typically takes between 4 and 9 months to complete. It begins with a surgical procedure during which a titanium rod is placed where a previous natural tooth root once was.
After the implant has ad time to heal and fuse with the surrounding bone, an abutment (connection piece) and a crown can then be placed on the implant to provide a very similar esthetic and function to a natural tooth.
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First appointment with Dr. Fulton today. Enjoyed meeting her and found the treatment to be top notch!
Very friendly atmosphere and they take the time to explain everything to you. Always a great experience.
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Great place and great service. I have been using Brighter Smiles since they opened and have never once had an issue.
Dr Fulton and her staff are wonderful. They are so personable. They listen to any concerns you have, and go above to make sure you are comfortable and happy when you leave. I highly recommend her for your dental needs.
We had our first family visit with Dr. Fulton today! Everyone was fantastic! So happy with the service and quality of care!