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Dental Implants — Reynoldsburg, OH

A New Standard
for Tooth Replacement

If you've lost one or more permanent teeth for any reason, dental implants in Reynoldsburg, OH can help you reclaim good oral health and wellbeing. Implants are superior to other restorative solutions because they actually have a structure that’s similar to that of a natural tooth. As a result, patients with dental implants can look forward to results that are more solid and secure. Dentists have been using dental implants since the 1970s, and today implants have a 98 percent proven success rate in appropriately chosen cases.

Why Choose Mick Family Dental Care For Dental Implants?

What Are Dental Implants?

Model of dental implants in Reynoldsburg

Dental implants are the only tooth replacement option designed to replace both the roots and the crown (or visible portion) of a missing tooth or teeth. A small titanium post is inserted into the jawbone, where it fuses with the surrounding bone tissue. This creates an incredibly reliable and life-like foundation for your new smile. A custom-made crown, bridge or denture is secured to the post with a small connector piece called an abutment. This final restoration is made of high-quality, natural-looking materials, making it practically indistinguishable from the rest of your pearly whites. When you rebuild missing teeth from the roots up, the result is a smile that looks, feels, and functions just like natural.

4 Step Dental Implant Process

Man in dental chair smiling with dental implants in Reynoldsburg, OH

All of the steps of the dental implant process can be completed in-house at Mick Family Dental Care, meaning you won’t have to worry about going to an unfamiliar office across town to see a specialist that you don’t know. The entire process can take several months or even a year, but the smile waiting for you at the end is well worth it. Everyone’s experience with dental implants is a little different, but there are four basic steps that you can expect to be followed.

Initial Dental Implant Consultation

Woman with dental implants in Reynoldsburg, OH leaning in dental chair and smiling

The first step is a dental implant consultation, during which you can expect several questions to be answered – including whether dental implants are right for you in the first place. We’ll check your mouth and your facial structures in order to determine if bone grafting, tooth extractions, or other types of preliminary work are needed. Once we’re confident that your jaw can safely support implants, we can schedule the surgery to have the posts placed in your mouth.

Dental Implant Surgery

X-ray showing dental implant in Reynoldsburg, OH integrated with jawbone

Dental implant surgery is a minimally invasive procedure thanks to modern techniques. Your mouth is numbed before small incisions are made in the gum tissue at strategic points in your mouth. Then the implants are carefully inserted into the jawbone at just the right angles before the gums are stitched shut. A protective cap will be attached to the implant posts; not only does this protect them while your mouth is healing, but it also helps you maintain the overall shape of your gums during recovery.

Dental Implant Osseointegration & Abutment

Dental implant in Reynoldsburg, OH in a healthy smile

Osseointegration is a natural biological process where the implants fuse with the jawbone. This is one of the most important steps of the whole process; it’s the bond between the posts and the jaw that gives dental implants their strength and stability, allowing you to enjoy all kinds of foods. Osseointegration takes about three to six months, after which we’ll ask you to our office so that an abutment can be attached. An abutment is a connector piece that will secure the final restoration once it’s ready. Installing the abutment will require a second smaller surgery, and as such some recovery time will be required before we move on to the final step of the procedure.

Delivery of Dental Restoration(s)

Man with glasses and dental implants in Reynoldsburg, OH smiling in dental chair

After the implants and abutments have all been placed and your mouth has fully recovered, we can take impressions of your mouth in its current state. Then we’ll send the impressions to a dental lab where experienced ceramics will design the final restoration or restorations. They’ll be made out of a material that can blend in with your natural teeth so that casual observers won’t be able to tell the difference. When they’re ready, we’ll schedule an appointment for you to come back to our office. Some last-minute adjustments may be made before the restorations are attached to the abutments.

Benefits of Dental Implants

Laughing couple with dental implants in Reynoldsburg

Let’s face it—tooth loss is no fun. The biggest problem is looking right back at you in the mirror… the gap in your smile. In addition, you may have trouble eating certain foods and there may even be some words that are difficult for you to pronounce. And don’t forget the consequences to your oral health. All in all, replacing missing teeth is very important. There are several options for this, but the one that is most reliable is a dental implant. Read on to learn about the benefits of dental implants in Reynoldsburg, OH.

Look Younger for Years to Come

young woman admiring her new dental implants in Reynoldsburg

To keep your face’s natural outline, you need to make sure your jawbone stays strong and well formed. With a dental implant, Dr. Mick can replace both the crown and root of a missing tooth. This new root provides your jaw with the stimulation needed to encourage healthy new bone tissue growth, which helps prevent bone deterioration.

Eat & Enjoy!

Woman with dental implants in Reynoldsburg holding an apple

Depending on where in your mouth you have missing teeth, you may need to cut some foods from your diet like fresh fruits and vegetables, nuts and red meat. Those are all important to maintaining good health through a nutritious diet. Dental implants in Reynoldsburg, however, allow you to eat these and all kinds of foods.

Implants Look & Feel Natural

Young man smiling with dental implants in Reynoldsburg

Because dental implants are built like natural teeth, they are the most lifelike tooth replacements you can have. The implants stand in for your tooth root, while the crown looks and performs like one of your own teeth. You probably won’t even be able to see or feel the difference!

Keep Your Good Oral Health

healthy woman with dental implants in Reynoldsburg

Dental implants are independent tooth replacements, so they do not affect adjacent teeth. A partial, on the other hand, is equipped with clasps that latch on to your other teeth. Dental implants don’t require that kind of support. Furthermore, you’re less likely to suffer additional tooth loss with dental implants that help keep your jawbone strong.

Brush & Floss As Usual

Man with dental implants in Reynoldsburg flossing and smiling

However you take care of your teeth now is how you will take care of your dental implants, too. Just brush your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste and floss at least once a day. Also, schedule regular dental checkups with Dr. Mick.

A Confidence Booster

Smiling, confident woman with dental implants in Reynoldsburg

Dental implants go a long way toward improving your self-confidence. Even one missing tooth can affect the way you feel in social and professional situations. Replace that tooth with a dental implant and chances are you’ll be back to your old self again in no time.

A Smile That Lasts a Lifetime

Smiling woman pointing to her new dental implants in Reynoldsburg

Dental implants can cost more than other tooth replacements initially. However, you must consider that with good oral hygiene at home and regular dental checkups, they can last a lifetime. You can’t say that about dentures or a bridge that often require maintenance and eventually will need to be replaced.

Who Dental Implants Can Help

Couple learning about the cost of dental implants in Reynoldsburg

Most people are qualified candidates for dental implants. If you are in general good health and you are willing to maintain excellent daily oral hygiene care, then dental implants could be right for you whether you are missing one or more teeth.

Missing 1 Tooth

If you are missing a single tooth, then you will likely only need a single post to support an implant-retained crown. The implant will be positioned in your jawbone beneath the open socket and in such a way that the most bone density is used to anchor the post. Once healed, the crown will be placed and attached to the implant by means of an abutment.

Missing Multiple Teeth

For several missing teeth, two dental implants can support an implant-retained crown and bridge. The prosthesis will consist of crowns that attach to the implants and new teeth that fill the gap in your smile.

Missing All Teeth

If you’re missing all of your natural teeth, you have several options to choose from. One of which is an implant denture. With just four to six precisely placed dental implants, we can anchor a full denture into place. You’ll never have to worry about loose dentures that pop out of place ever again!

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Some patients may be a good candidate for All-On-4 dental implants. These specialized dental implants are a good choice for patients who are missing a full arch of teeth but lack adequate jawbone density. During your initial consultation, Dr. Mick will review all your options with you and help you pick the one that’s best for you.

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Mini Dental Implants

For patients seeking an alternative to traditional implant dentistry, our Reynoldsburg, OH dental office also offers mini dental implants. Imagine visiting our dental office in the morning and having your procedure completed in just a few hours. That’s exactly what you can look forward to with this revolutionary treatment.

The mini dental implant system is specifically for patients who need to replace a full row of teeth but don’t have enough bone to support full-sized implants. This system combines mini dental implants, which act as prosthetic roots when placed in the jaw, with a special retaining fixture that’s fitted into the base of your denture. On the day of your treatment, Dr. Mick will perform a minimally invasive, one-step procedure. Afterward, there won’t be any need for sutures, and you can look forward to a much shorter healing time.

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Understanding the Cost of Dental Implants

Couple learning about the cost of dental implants in Reynoldsburg

Typically, dental implants cost more than traditional tooth replacement options like dentures or a dental bridge. However, they may easily be the most cost-effective solution over time! While dentures and dental bridges need to be replaced every several years, the one-time cost of dental implants can potentially last you a lifetime! What’s more, there’s no need to buy any special brushes, pastes, or cleaning solutions to keep your new smile healthy and functional.

With dental implants, there is a charge for implant surgery. Then, there is the cost of abutments, the small piece that connects the implant and restoration, and the type of restoration you need—one dental crown, a bridge or a denture. So, while these fees can add to your upfront cost with dental implants, you must consider the value when amortized over decades. After all, dental implants can last a lifetime when they are given proper care.

The Longevity of Dental Implants

Model of beautiful dental implants in Reynoldsburg

With proper daily oral hygiene and regularly scheduled dental checkups every six months, your dental implants could easily last for a lifetime. That cannot be said about other tooth replacement options.

Both bridges and dentures will need to be repaired and readjusted to keep them comfortable, and they will inevitably need to be replaced over time. Yes, the upfront cost of a dental implant may be more than other prosthetics. But when you amortize that cost over the years of a lifetime, then a dental implant can actually end up costing you less.

The Cost of Preparation

Reynoldsburg implant dentist preparing for dental implants

Many dental implant patients require some type of preparatory procedure before receiving implants. For example, some patients need to have teeth extracted or bone and soft tissue grafts in order to ensure that the jawbone and gums are strong enough to support implants.

Charges for these types of procedures vary and depend on the details of each case, such as how many teeth require extraction.

The Cost of a Tooth Restoration

Closeup of beautiful, custom-made dental implant

Dental implants are only half of the prosthetic services needed to replace missing teeth. Once the implant is firmly anchored in the bone, then it’s time to attach the portion that everyone sees when you smile. In the case of a single missing tooth, Dr. Mick will need to place a dental crown over the implant. If you are replacing several teeth with implants, then he may recommend a bridge instead. Finally, implant-supported partial and full dentures require the placement of four to six implant posts and range in price depending on the case.

Paying for Your New Smile

dentist calculating the cost of dental implants in Reynoldsburg

While the individual cost of implants may decrease if you need more than one, you may still be wondering how you can affordably cover the cost of your new smile.

Dental insurance does not typically cover the total cost of dental implants but does often provide benefits for the preparatory procedures you need as well as a crown, bridge or denture. Our Reynoldsburg, OH dental office is in-network with Delta Dental. We also accept several other major dental plans, so be sure to inquire at the front office. And we are happy to process and file insurance claims for any insurer.

In addition, we’ll be glad to help you apply for financing through CareCredit, a third-party healthcare financier. We also work with Lending Club, which offers longer terms and better rates for extended payment options.

Advanced Dental Implant Procedures

dentist and patient discussing advanced dental implant procedures in Reynoldsburg

As great as dental implants are, not everyone who might be considering treatment with them is an ideal candidate. That doesn't mean that implants are completely beyond reach, though. With a special bone grafting procedure, patients who didn’t previously have sufficient bone to support one or more implants may finally qualify for treatment. Once your graft area has healed, we will evaluate when the implant can be placed.

Bone Grafting

diagram of bone grafting in Reynoldsburg

Some patients need bone graft surgery in order to rebuild the shape and size of the alveolar ridge (gum ridge) after tooth loss. If you’ve been missing a tooth for a while, then there has likely been bone resorption. This happens when you don’t have a tooth root to stimulate healthy new bone tissue growth. Bone grafting may absolutely be needed if you’ve lost bone tissue and want to have dental implants to replace your missing teeth.

With the aid of digital X-rays, Dr. Mick will be able to determine if there is bone loss at the site of a missing tooth. If so, then a small piece of bone from another area of your mouth is harvested and placed on the area of your jawbone that needs to be rebuilt. We can also use freeze dried bone tissue from a human or animal donor. The newly placed tissue will encourage the growth of more bone, thus strengthening the jaw. Once you’ve healed, it will be strong enough to support your new smile.

Dental Implant Failure & Salvage

Happy patient after dental implant failure and successful salvage

Dental implants are successful in the vast majority of cases — in fact, more than 90% of them are still thriving 10 years after placement. However, there is always a small chance of dental implant failure. If you believe that something isn’t quite right with your restored smile, get in touch with us right away. Dr. Mick will carefully evaluate your oral health and your implants before designing a treatment plan to resolve the problem.

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Dental Implant FAQs

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If you’re only learning about dental implants recently or you still have hesitations about treatment, don’t worry; this is completely normal. Many people aren’t sure if dental implants are right for them or if they should consider another treatment option instead. Dr. Mick and his team will gladly answer any and all of your questions during your appointment, but we also encourage you to take a look at the most commonly asked questions and responses below ahead of your consultation.

Why Are Dental Implants Better Than Other Tooth Replacements?

Tooth replacements such as bridgework, a partial or a full denture rest on top of your gum and only replace the crowns of missing teeth. Because implants replace the roots as well, your jawbone remains healthy. The implants stimulate new bone tissue growth just as natural roots do, which helps you avoid a sunken or sagging facial appearance.

How Long Is the Healing Process for a Dental Implant?

Once oral surgery is complete, the gums will need some time (generally 3 months, but in some cases up to 6 months) to heal. This allows the implant to fuse with the bone tissue. Over time, the foundation for your future restoration will only get stronger.

Can Dental Implants Be Used with Dentures?

Yes! As a matter of fact, your dentist in Reynoldsburg, OH offers All-on-4 dental implants that are specially designed to support dentures. Because the denture base rests on the dental implants and not on the gums, comfort in healing happens more quickly. You will NEVER go without teeth during your healing process.

Does Dental Implant Surgery Hurt?

Thanks to modern anesthetics, implant surgery goes very well for most of Dr. Mick’s patients. In fact, most say the procedure is much easier than having a tooth extracted or a cavity filled. You may feel some pressure during the procedure, but otherwise, there should be no discomfort. We will always discuss a type of sedation to assure your comfort during the procedure.

How Long Do Dental Implants Last?

Dental implants are like teeth in form and longevity. With conscientious oral hygiene at home—brush at least twice a day and floss at least once a day—and regular dental checkups, your dental implants should last a lifetime.

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