
Implant Dentistry - Single Tooth Replacement
Replacing a single tooth
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Examination – X-rays are taken to make sure implants are a suitable treatment option.
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Placing the implant – This is done in one appointment. The implant usually needs 3-6 months to osseointegrate with the jaw. A temporary tooth is placed while waiting for the permanent crown.
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Fitting the permanent crown.
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The new tooth should function just like a natural tooth.
If you have only one missing tooth, a dental crown on a dental implant is probably the best treatment.