828 NE A St, Grants Pass, OR 97526
Dental Implants for a Complete and Confident Smile
If you suffer from tooth loss, dental implants can restore your smile and confidence by enhancing your functionality and overall oral health. Known as one of the most secure and long-lasting tooth replacement options available, dental implants can seamlessly blend in with the rest of your teeth so you can start smiling again.
Patients from throughout Southern Oregon come to us after another dentist has told them a dental implant is likely their best option but doesn't perform the placement. At A Street Dental in Grants Pass, Dr. Anderson handles both the surgical placement and the final restoration in-house, so you won't have to coordinate care between a general dentist and an outside oral surgeon.
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Dental Implant Options to Replace Missing Teeth
Not every implant case looks the same. Depending on how many teeth you're missing and the condition of your jawbone, we may recommend one of a few different approaches.
Single-Tooth Implants
A single-tooth implant replaces one missing tooth with a titanium post placed in the jaw, topped with a custom dental crown attached by an abutment. It's the most commonly used implant option, and unlike a partial denture, it never shifts or moves, functioning and looking like a natural tooth.
Full-Arch Implants
For patients missing all or most of their teeth, four to six implants per arch can support a full set of replacement teeth, either a fixed bridge or an implant-supported overdenture. Full-arch implants stay firmly in place, offering a more secure and natural feel than traditional dentures.
Mini Implants
Roughly half the size of a standard implant, mini implants are a less invasive option that can replace one tooth or help anchor a lower denture. Because of their smaller size, they're often still an option even when bone loss has weakened the jaw.
Why Patients Choose Dental Implants over Other Options
Compared to a removable denture or a traditional bridge, dental implants stand on their own, don't rely on neighboring teeth for support, and help preserve the jawbone underneath them. That combination is why many patients see an implant as a longer-term investment rather than just a replacement tooth. They also provide a secure, natural-feeling solution that allows you to eat, speak, and smile with greater confidence.
Dental Implants for Patients Across Southern Oregon
Because implant placement is a surgical procedure, it's often one of the treatments other dental offices refer out. At A Street Dental in Grants Pass, we handle implant placement and restoration under one roof, which is part of why patients travel to see us from Josephine County, Myrtle Creek, Canyonville, Selma, and communities along the coast.
Is a Dental Implant Right for You?
Dental implants work well for most patients who have lost one or more teeth, but a few factors affect candidacy:
- Healthy Gums: Active gum disease needs to be treated before an implant can be placed successfully.
- Sufficient Jawbone: Enough bone density is needed to support the implant, though bone grafting can often address this if bone loss has occurred.
- Overall Health: Certain health conditions or medications can affect healing time and should be discussed during your consultation.
- Commitment to Aftercare: Implants require the same daily brushing and flossing as natural teeth, plus regular checkups.
If one or more of these is a concern for you, that doesn't necessarily rule out implants. It just means we'll talk through it honestly during your first visit.
Ready to Find Out If Implants Are Right for You?
Whether you're missing one tooth or several, our team can walk you through your options, answer your questions honestly, and let you know what to expect before you commit to anything.
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