Comprehensive Implant Services
Every patient’s situation is different, so treatment is built around the specific number and location of teeth being replaced:
- All-on-4 Dental Implants — a full-arch solution using just four strategically placed implants for a permanent, natural-looking smile.
- Single Dental Implants — a custom-made crown anchored to a single implant, used to replace one missing tooth.
- Multi-Tooth Dental Implants — replacing multiple missing teeth in one area without altering neighboring healthy teeth.
- Full Mouth Dental Implants — comprehensive full-arch restoration for patients missing most or all of their teeth.
- Mini Dental Implants, Same-Day Dental Implants, Endosteal and Subperiosteal implants — additional options depending on jawbone density and treatment timeline; see other implant-related procedures for the full list.
Why Do People Get Single Tooth Implants?
A single tooth implant is a popular and effective solution for replacing one missing tooth without affecting the teeth on either side of the gap. Because the implant itself replaces the missing root, it also helps preserve the surrounding jawbone — something a traditional bridge cannot do.
Your Trusted Implant Dentistry Specialists
Implant treatment at Illume Dental is overseen by our doctors, who work with each patient to map out a plan that fits their oral health, budget, and timeline before any procedure begins.
The Dental Implant Process
1. Initial Consultation — a review of your dental history, radiographs, and treatment options.
2. Implant Placement — a surgical procedure performed by your dentist; over the following months, the implant fuses with the jawbone through a process called osseointegration.
3. Abutment Attachment — once osseointegration is complete, a small connector piece (the abutment) is attached to the implant.
4. Prosthesis Placement — a custom-made crown, bridge, or denture is attached to complete the restoration.
Benefits of Dental Implants
- Improved appearance and facial aesthetics
- Better oral health, without altering or affecting adjacent teeth
- Improved speech and chewing function
- Convenience and comfort compared to removable dentures
- Long-term cost savings and durability
- Preserves jawbone structure
- Natural-looking, self-supporting design
Dental Implants vs. Dentures — Which One Is Right for You?
Dental Implants: look and feel like natural teeth, and are strong and durable, with a success rate of over 95%. They prevent bone loss and are easy to maintain like natural teeth. The trade-offs are a higher upfront cost, a surgical procedure, and a healing period of several months before the final crown can be placed.
Dentures: a more affordable option that can be produced more quickly and doesn’t require surgery. The trade-offs are a less natural appearance, the possibility of slipping, and the need for regular removal and cleaning.
See our Dentures and Dental Bridges pages for the other tooth-replacement options we offer, and our Dental Implants Buyer’s Guide if you’re still weighing which option fits your budget and goals.
Schedule Your Implant Consultation
Ready to find out if dental implants are right for you? Schedule your appointment with Illume Dental in McKinney, TX or request a free virtual consultation to get started.
