Dental Implants in Southeast Houston, TX
ABOUT DENTAL IMPLANTS
An effective and long-term solution to replace a missing tooth or teeth for a gorgeous smile is dental implants. Enviable Smiles dentistry is excited to offer these custom-made, beautiful restorations for our patients to help them achieve a sexy, radiant smile that function and feel like natural teeth. A dental implant is a metal post that is surgically placed in your gums and jawbone (by one of our board-certified oral surgeons) to replace the natural tooth root. This post(s) can then be attached to a crown, bridge, or dentures for a restoration that looks natural and can be treated just like your own teeth. If you have a missing tooth or teeth, schedule a consultation at Enviable Smiles dentistry today. During this appointment at our state-of-the-art dental facility, you will get to know more about Enviable Smiles dentistry’s mission to help our patients achieve their aesthetic goals while maintaining ideal oral health.
ALL-ON-4® DENTAL IMPLANTS
All-on-4® dental implants, manufactured by Nobel Biocare®, offer a comprehensive way to permanently secure dentures for a full-arch restoration. This process works by inserting the screws (dental implants) into four areas on each arch. Compared to other implant dentures, All-on-4® uses fewer posts for a secure fit. The Enviable Smiles dentistry team recommends All-on-4® implants for patients who are looking for a fully restored smile without the hassle or the dietary restrictions that come with removable dentures. Many Enviable Smiles patients have reaped the benefits of the ground-breaking All-on-4® procedure, enjoying high-quality results. If you're interested in finding out more about All-on-4® implants and custom dentures, we invite you to schedule an appointment at Enviable Smiles dentistry.
BEST CANDIDATES
Enviable Smiles dentistry professionals often use an implant-supported crown, bridge, or denture to replace a missing tooth or teeth. You may be an ideal candidate for a dental implant or All-on-4® implants if you currently have one or more traditional dental restorations but are unhappy with the way they look or feel. During your dental implant consultation at Enviable Smiles dentistry, our skilled team will examine your gums and jawbone to determine if a dental implant will help you achieve your goal smile. You may not be a candidate for dental implants if you suffer from gum disease, use tobacco, or are currently pregnant.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Before your dental implant appointment is scheduled, our team will make sure you do not need gum or bone grafts. If it is determined that you do, those procedures will be performed beforehand. Once your mouth is ready for implants, we will schedule your first appointment to begin the process. Prior to your procedure, a member of our team will help you to fully relax in one of our massaging treatment chairs, where you will be given a pair of Enviable Smiles sunglasses and offered Beats headphones so you can enjoy your favorite music. Next, your anesthesia or sedation will be administered. Then, one of our board-certified oral surgeons will make an incision in your gums and place the titanium post into your jawbone. This process will be repeated if more than one implant is needed. The gums will then be closed around the implant, leaving the post visible above the gumline. Over the next few months, the implant will begin to integrate with the bone and gum. During this time, a temporary restoration will be used to protect the post. Once your mouth has healed, our team will attach your custom restoration to the post(s), revealing a gorgeous new smile.
TREATMENT AFTERCARE
Because of the nature of the surgery, you should expect a bit of swelling in your gums and face along with possible bruising, discomfort, and minor bleeding following your dental implant procedure. A certain degree of these symptoms is completely normal, but severe or prolonged symptoms should be reported to our office. Our team may prescribe pain medications and antibiotics along with detailed aftercare instructions, including what activities to avoid, to help you recover smoothly. Once your implant(s) has healed and your custom restoration has been attached, you should follow a good home oral care routine, including daily brushing and flossing. Follow-up appointments to check your progress will be scheduled. Enviable Smiles dentistry highly recommends the continued scheduling of dental examinations and cleanings so that we can help you keep your restorations gorgeous for a lifetime.
THE ENVIABLE SMILES COMMITMENT
Depending on your dental insurance and specific coverage, some of the cost of your dental implant and restoration may be covered. Our office will contact your insurance to determine your specific benefits and calculate your costs. During your consultation with the Enviable Smiles dentistry team, we can help estimate your costs and discuss the payment methods accepted by our office, including medical financing. Enviable Smiles dentistry is committed to helping our patients get a luminous smile. If you do not have dental insurance, ask a team member about the Enviable Smiles Discount Plan, which can help you better afford your dental care.
LASTING APPEAL
Dental implants are an outstanding and efficient option if you want a beautiful, natural-looking replacement for a missing tooth or teeth. Easy to maintain, dental implants can restore your smile. Using advanced technology and cutting-edge techniques, MINT dentistry can help you achieve the smile of your dreams with high-quality dental implants. To learn more about our dental implant options or to find out if you are a candidate, schedule your consultation at Enviable Smiles dentistry.
