Living with missing teeth means adapting your daily life—avoiding certain foods, hiding your smile, and dealing with shifting teeth or ill-fitting dentures. Each day brings reminders of what you've lost. But your journey to a complete, confident smile with dental implants starts here at Clearwater Dental.
Taking the First Step: Implant Placement
Expert implant placement marks the beginning of your smile transformation. Depending on your needs, our experienced dentists may place the implant here at Clearwater Dental, or we may refer you to a trusted specialist.
Using a strong local anesthetic and sedation if desired, the implant is precisely positioned to ensure optimal results. Thanks to careful planning and modern techniques, most patients are surprised by how comfortable the procedure is and can return to normal activities the next day.
The Healing Journey: Growing Stronger
Over the next few months, something remarkable happens—your implant and jawbone grow together. This is a natural process called osseointegration. It occurs because the titanium implant post is biocompatible, meaning the body easily accepts it. Over time, the implant root becomes just as stable as the natural tooth root.
Completing Your Transformation: Final Restoration
The final phase brings the moment you've been waiting for—your custom restoration. Whether you need a single crown or multiple teeth replaced, your new smile will:
- Blend seamlessly with your smile
- Allow confident eating and speaking
- Function like natural teeth
- Maintain your facial structure
- Last for decades with proper care
While dental implants can't develop cavities, they still require dedicated care to ensure their long-term success and protect your investment. Otherwise, gum disease called peri-implantitis can develop, causing complications and threatening the success of your implant.