Dental Implants Provider Cambridge
Permanent replacements for missing teeth, anchored in the jaw.
At Dental Art Clinic, we’re proud to offer dental implants as a permanent, natural-looking solution for missing teeth. Whether you’re missing a single tooth, multiple teeth, or need a full arch restoration, our skilled team provides comprehensive implant services to help you regain your confident smile and restore oral function.
If you’re considering dental implants, call us today at 519-624-8767 to schedule your consultation.
What Are Dental Implants?
Dental implants are a modern solution for tooth loss that mimics the structure of natural teeth. They consist of three main components:
- Titanium Implant Post – Surgically placed in the jawbone to serve as an artificial tooth root.
- Abutment – Connects the implant post to the prosthetic tooth.
- Dental Crown, Bridge, or Denture – The visible part of the implant, custom-made to blend seamlessly with your natural teeth.
Because implants are anchored in the jawbone, they are anchored in the jawbone rather than resting on the gum or neighbouring teeth.
An implant is a small titanium post placed into the jawbone to take the place of a tooth root. Bone grows against the surface of the post over several months, which is what holds it in place. Once it has integrated, an abutment is attached and a crown, bridge or denture is fitted on top.
Because the post sits in the bone rather than resting on neighbouring teeth, an implant does not require the teeth either side to be reshaped, which a conventional bridge does.
Benefits of Dental Implants
Choosing dental implants offers numerous advantages over other tooth replacement options:
- Natural Appearance: Implants look and feel like real teeth, enhancing both function and aesthetics.
- Improved Functionality: Enjoy the ability to eat, speak, and smile with confidence, as implants are as stable as natural teeth.
- Bone Health Support: Implants stimulate the jawbone, preventing bone loss and preserving facial structure.
- Long-Term Durability: With proper care, dental implants can last a lifetime.
- No Impact on Adjacent Teeth: Unlike bridges, implants don’t require the alteration of neighboring healthy teeth.
At our clinic in Cambridge, we provide personalized care to ensure you experience all these benefits while restoring your smile.
Our Dental Implant Services
Replace one missing tooth with a dental implant and crown that blends seamlessly with your natural teeth.
For multiple missing teeth, an implant-supported bridge offers a durable and aesthetic solution without impacting adjacent teeth.
For patients missing all their teeth, implant-supported dentures or full-arch restorations (like All-on-4® implants) provide a stable, comfortable alternative to traditional dentures.
If you’ve experienced bone loss, we offer advanced procedures like bone grafting and sinus lifts to prepare your jaw for implant placement.
What to Expect During the Dental Implant Process
Getting dental implants is a multi-step process tailored to your unique needs. Here’s what you can expect when you visit our clinic:
Consultation and Treatment Planning
During your initial visit, our experienced team will:
- Assess your oral health and jawbone density.
- Discuss your goals and expectations.
- Take detailed X-rays or 3D scans for precise treatment planning.
We’ll explain all your options and create a customized treatment plan.
Implant Placement
The titanium implant post is surgically placed into your jawbone. This procedure is performed under local anesthesia, ensuring your comfort throughout.
Healing and Osseointegration
Over the next few months, the implant integrates with your jawbone in a process called osseointegration. This creates a strong foundation for the prosthetic tooth.
Placement of the Abutment and Crown
Once the implant has healed, we attach the abutment and custom-made crown, bridge, or denture. The result is a fully functional, natural-looking smile.
- Assessment. Examination, X-rays and usually a 3D scan to see the bone volume and the position of nerves and sinuses.
- Preparation, if needed. Extraction of a failing tooth, or a bone graft where there is not enough bone to hold an implant.
- Placement. The post is placed under local anaesthetic. Most people describe this as easier than they expected.
- Healing. Typically three to six months while the bone integrates with the post.
- Restoration. Impressions are taken and the final crown, bridge or denture is made and fitted.
Are You a Candidate for Dental Implants?
Most adults who are missing teeth and have good oral and overall health are candidates for dental implants. Ideal candidates:
- Have sufficient jawbone density (or are open to bone grafting procedures if needed).
- Are non-smokers or willing to quit during the healing process.
- Maintain good oral hygiene habits and regular dental visits.
If you’re unsure about your eligibility, our implants dentist in Cambridge can evaluate your situation and recommend the best options.
Implants need enough healthy bone to hold the post and healthy gums around it. Uncontrolled gum disease is treated first. Diabetes does not rule implants out, but well-controlled blood sugar heals better. Growth needs to be complete, so implants are not usually placed in teenagers.
If bone has been lost where a tooth has been missing for a long time, grafting can often build back enough to place an implant. The assessment tells us which applies to you.
Cost of Dental Implants in Cambridge
The cost of dental implants varies depending on factors such as the number of implants needed, the type of restoration, and any preparatory treatments required (like bone grafting). While implants may have a higher upfront cost than other tooth replacement options, their durability and long-term benefits make them a worthwhile investment.
At Dental Art Clinic, we’re happy to discuss financing options and work with you on a payment schedule that fits your budget.
Ontario dentists set their own fees, and most use the Ontario Dental Association's annual Suggested Fee Guide as a reference point. The fee for any given treatment depends on how much work is involved, the materials used, and whether anything else needs doing first, so a written estimate after an examination is the only figure worth relying on.
An implant is usually quoted in parts, the surgical placement, the abutment, and the crown, plus any grafting or extraction needed first. We will give you a written treatment plan with the fee codes before anything goes ahead, so you can send it to your insurer for a pre-determination and know what you will be paying before you commit.
If you are covered by the Canadian Dental Care Plan, we are a participating provider and can bill the CDCP directly. If you have workplace or private insurance, we can submit the claim for you. Ask us about payment options if you would rather spread the cost.
Why Choose Dental Art Clinic for Dental Implants?
Our clinic is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centred care. Here’s why patients trust us:
- Experienced Team: Our skilled dentists have extensive training and experience in implantology.
- Technology: We use digital imaging and current surgical techniques to ensure precise, successful outcomes.
- Personalized Approach: Every patient’s needs and goals are unique. We tailor our treatments to fit your lifestyle and budget.
- Comprehensive Care: From consultation to final restoration, we handle every step of the implant process in-house for your convenience.
FAQs About Dental Implants
The implant placement procedure is typically performed under local anesthesia, ensuring minimal discomfort. Most patients report mild soreness during recovery, which can be managed with over-the-counter pain relievers.
The process varies depending on your individual case. On average, it takes 3-6 months for the implant to integrate with the jawbone before the final restoration is placed.
Caring for implants is similar to caring for natural teeth:
- Brush and floss daily.
- Visit our clinic for regular checkups and cleanings.
- Avoid smoking and maintain a healthy diet.
Does having an implant placed hurt?
The placement is done under local anaesthetic, so you should not feel pain during it. Afterwards there is soreness for a few days, which most people manage with over-the-counter painkillers.
How long does the whole process take?
Usually between three and nine months from placement to final crown, most of which is waiting for the bone to integrate rather than appointments. Cases needing a graft take longer.
How long do implants last?
Many last decades. What determines it is largely how well the gums around them are kept. Implants do not decay, but the tissue and bone supporting them can be lost to infection in the same way it is around natural teeth.
How do I clean an implant?
Brush it like a natural tooth and clean between with floss or interdental brushes. We will show you the shape you are working around, which is a little different from a natural tooth.
Can I have an implant if I wear dentures?
Often yes. Implants can be used to clip a denture in place, which stops it moving, and it usually takes fewer implants than replacing each tooth.
Recovery after implant surgery
Expect some swelling and tenderness for a few days. An ice pack on the outside of the face for the first day helps, as does keeping your head raised at night. Stick to soft food and avoid chewing on that side while it settles.
Do not smoke during healing if you can possibly avoid it. Smoking is one of the clearest risk factors for an implant failing to integrate, and the healing period is the point where it matters most.
Contact us if pain increases after the third day rather than easing, if swelling worsens, or if you develop a fever — those are the signs worth checking.
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