Dental Implants
What is a Dental Implant?
Dental implants are one of the most significant advances made in dentistry in the last 40 years.
A dental implant is a screw made of a biocompatible material (often titanium) placed by a dentist into a patient’s jaw bone to support a crown, a bridge or a complete prosthesis.
Available in various lengths, sizes and shapes depending on the case, dental implants can be used to replace one or more teeth.
Why Choose Us for a Dental Implant?
Dr. Socqué has many years of experience with dental implants and works closely with Jonathan Coutu, our denturist, for the production of prostheses on implants. Our centre is also equipped with many technologies to assist in the process, all under one roof.
The Dental Implant Procedure
The dentist makes an incision in the jaw bone below the gum line and then inserts the implant into the bone. During the healing process, the bone reforms and attaches to the implant.
In three to six months, once you've healed from having the implant placed, you will return to the clinic to complete the procedure. Your dentist will then attach a tooth replacement to the implant that will be custom-made to fit perfectly into your smile.
Restoration on Implants
Depending on your treatment plan, our dentists may recommend one of the following restorations:
- Crown on Implant
What looks the most like a real tooth is an implant crown. This is why it is often the solution recommended by dentists when a tooth is lost.
In addition to having the same appearance and the same hygiene needs as a natural tooth, the implant crown is a lasting solution.
Another important advantage of the implant crown is that it allows the stimulation of the jaw bone and its regeneration. This has the effect of preventing bone loss which tends to deform the face and accelerate the appearance of old age.
- Prostheses Stabilized with Implants
This type of prosthesis is fixed with two to four implants, but it can be removed. The prosthesis is always supported by the gums, but the implants provide more stability.
Advantages:
- Economical solution
- More comfortable than a denture
- Few dietary restrictions
- Reduced bone loss and muscle atrophy
- Prostheses Fixed on Implants
Instead of being supported by the gums, this type of prosthesis is fixed on four to eight implants. Sometimes, a metal bar in integrated into the prosthesis.
Advantages:
- Never moves
- Very comfortable
- No food restrictions
- No bone loss and muscle atrophy
New Patients Always Welcome
Are you searching for a dentist in Châteauguay, Mercier, Kahnawake or the surrounding area? We are happy to accept new patients at our clinic. Contact us to book your first appointment today.
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Location
Clinique Dentaire Saint-Jean-Baptiste ChateauguayPhone
Hours
- Monday:08:00 am - 04:30 pm
- Tuesday:08:00 am - 04:00 pm
- Wednesday:08:00 am - 04:00 pm
- Thursday:08:00 am - 04:30 pm
- Friday:08:00 am - 04:30 pm
- Saturday:Closed
- Sunday:Closed
