Dental Implants West Jordan
Building Stronger Smiles from the Roots Up
Replacing missing teeth with permanent prosthetics was once only a dream. More traditional solutions were and are still used today to rebuild incomplete smiles. However, thanks to advancements in the field of dentistry and dental technology, you can enjoy life with a longer-lasting set of teeth. At Salt Lake Smiles, Dr. Osterhoudt is pleased to provide dental implants in West Jordan to anyone who desires a more permanent approach to tooth loss. Keep reading or call our office to learn whether you’re a candidate for this type of restorative dentistry treatment.
Why Choose Salt Lake Smiles for Dental Implants?
- Professionally Placed by Our In-House Oral Surgeon
- We Welcome Your Dental Insurance Plan
- Long-Standing Dental Team by Your Side
What Are Dental Implants?
Although dental implants are commonly viewed as tooth replacements, they are actually one of three parts that make up an artificial tooth. As the titanium post mimics a natural root, it creates the foundation that supports a customized crown, bridge, or denture. Its placement in the jawbone allows for permanence and increased longevity – something many patients find most beneficial.
The 4-Step Dental Implant Process
Four steps must be completed for dental implants to be successful: the initial consultation, dental implant surgery, osseointegration and abutment placement, and the delivery of the final restoration. While Dr. Osterhoudt places around 60% of all dental implants, our in-house oral surgeon may place more complex cases.
- Initial Dental Implant Consultation - You will meet with Dr. Osterhoudt to discuss your oral and overall health. He’ll also evaluate your jawbone density to determine if it’s capable of supporting your new restoration.
- Dental Implant Surgery - Our team includes an in-house oral surgeon, allowing us to completely eliminate the need for referrals outside of the office for dental implant placement. Not only does this mean you’ll be able to enjoy the best possible results, but this detail will also make your overall journey more convenient.
- Dental Implant Osseointegration / Abutment - After surgery, you will be expected to follow precise aftercare instructions so that osseointegration occurs and is successful. This is the process of your dental implants fusing with your jawbone. After you are healed, you will receive your metal abutments, which help hold your restoration in place.
- Delivery of Dental Implant Restoration(s) - Before you can begin enjoying your new dental implants, you’ll need to have your custom bridge, denture, or crown put into place. We’ll make sure it looks natural, feels comfortable, and works correctly.
Benefits of Dental Implants
From day-to-day and overall health benefits to long-term results that stand the test of time, you’ll find there are endless advantages to choosing dental implants. As opposed to more traditional solutions like dentures and dental bridges, these permanent prosthetics offer a:
- Stronger bite force, so there are fewer food restrictions
- More natural-looking appearance that helps you feel younger than before
- Improved jawbone stimulation that reduces your risk of bone loss
- Greater confidence that allows you to embrace opportunities of all kinds