Dental Implant Restorations in Middletown, CT

Dental implants function like natural tooth roots, stimulating the jawbone and preventing the bone loss commonly seen after extraction. Studies show five-year survival rates of up to 98% in the lower jaw and 90% in the upper jaw, with 10-year longevity between 90‑95%. Traditional dentures and removable partial dentures often fail to preserve bone, leading to changes in your bite and shifting of remaining teeth over time.

Choosing implant dentistry over removable dentures provides significant benefits for your health. Implant-supported bridges and implant-supported dentures offer stability and function similar to your natural tooth root. Whether you receive a single implant placement or opt for four implants to support a full arch restoration, implants help maintain healthy gum tissue, support the surrounding bone structure, and preserve your facial appearance for years to come. While a general dentist can perform many procedures, dental implant placement requires specialized training and precision.

Dental implants offer advantages you won't find with other tooth replacement options. Unlike traditional dentures, implants provide a stable foundation for eating, speaking, and smiling with confidence. Your implants restore the full function of missing teeth while protecting your natural teeth from shifting. Patients who receive dental implants experience improved comfort compared to removable dentures, and the long-term success of implants makes them a worthwhile investment in your health.

Additionally, implants help you maintain bone density in your jaw, preventing the resorption commonly seen with tooth loss. This preservation of bone structure supports your facial appearance and helps adjacent teeth remain properly positioned. Our dentists in Middletown work closely with each patient to ensure their implants meet both functional needs and aesthetic expectations.

Implant Placement and Oral Surgery

Our oral surgery practices utilize advanced technology and are performed by trained dentists who treat patients with care and ensure precise implant placement in a comfortable environment. In cases where patients have experienced significant bone loss, we may recommend grafting or socket preservation to create a stable foundation for your implants. These proven techniques help prevent bone reduction commonly occurring in the first six months following tooth extraction.

For patients missing multiple teeth, implant-supported bridges replace several teeth without affecting your healthy existing teeth. If tooth loss is extensive, implant-supported dentures secured by two implants or more provide a transformative upgrade over traditional dentures, offering improved chewing power, clearer speech, and enhanced comfort throughout the day.

Restorative Options: Single Tooth to Full Arch

A single tooth restoration addresses isolated missing teeth, replacing the gap with a crown fixed atop a titanium implant post. For larger spaces, implant-supported bridges span across missing teeth, delivering a fixed, natural-looking solution that preserves neighboring crowns and avoids altering your healthy teeth.

Our full arch restoration typically involves using four implants to anchor a complete bridge, offering the function of a full dental arch with unparalleled root stability. This procedure eliminates the need for removable dentures while ensuring patients achieve optimal results both functionally and aesthetically.

Implant dentistry follows a multi-stage process: tooth extraction (if needed), healing, implant placement, osseointegration, and final restoration. The entire process typically takes six to eight months, depending on your individual circumstances. Osseointegration—the process where the dental implant fuses with your jaw—has a very low failure rate.

After your restoration is complete, you'll need to follow proper care protocols including brushing, flossing, and scheduling regular cleanings. Good oral hygiene minimizes risks like peri-implantitis, a condition affecting many people with dental implants. With diligent maintenance and follow-up appointments, your implants can last decades, providing a durable solution for tooth and bone support.

While dental implants boast impressive success rates around 95-98%, complications can occasionally occur. Implant restoration may become necessary due to peri-implantitis, prosthetic wear, changes in bite alignment, or aesthetic adjustments. When these situations arise, our team offers comprehensive restoration services to repair, refit, or replace dental implant components, ensuring your continued comfort and function.

Some patients may require bone grafting or soft tissue augmentation to maintain ideal conditions for their implants. Regular monitoring helps our dentists detect any signs of bone loss or dysfunction early, typically occurring gradually over time, allowing us to intervene before more serious problems develop.