680 W. Boughton Rd.

Bolingbrook, IL 60440 US

(630) 759-0077

Dental Implants

Dental Implants in Bolingbrook, IL

illustration of implant screwed into bone next to real tooth, Dental Implants Bolingbrook IL

Dental implants are small titanium posts that replace the roots of missing teeth. They are inserted into your jawbone during a minor surgical procedure. After the dental implant has been placed in your jawbone, a completely lifelike porcelain tooth crown is attached. In most patient cases, the dental implant needs to fuse with the bone for several months before it is permanently crowned. However, there are ways to be sure that you leave the office without gaps in your smile.

How many teeth can be replaced with dental implants?

You can replace a single tooth, multiple teeth or all your teeth through effective implant dentistry treatment. You don't even need one implant for every missing tooth. As few as two implants can support a removable lower denture, while as few as four implants can provide a full, permanent set of top or bottom teeth.

Is implant dentistry surgery painful?

Most people find dental implant surgery very easy to tolerate compared some other dental services like root canals. Any post-operative discomfort can usually be managed with over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medication such as ibuprofen or OTC pain-relievers. Ice can also be helpful. The oral benefits of dental implants definitely outweight the slight discomfort after a procedure. You'll receive a wonderfully new and improved smile after an implant dentistry procedure at Hidden Lakes Dental Care, PC in Bolingbrook!

Are dental implants expensive?

At the outset, dental implants are more expensive than other tooth-replacement methods such as dentures or bridgework. But they also last many years longer and in fact should never need replacement. So implants offer the best, most cost-effective option when viewed as a long-term investment in your health, comfort and well-being.

How do you care for dental implants?

They require exactly the same care as natural teeth: daily brushing and flossing, along with regular dental checkups and professional cleanings. Although dental implanted teeth will never decay, the gum tissues around them can become inflamed or infected in the absence of good oral hygiene. Properly cared-for dental implants should last a lifetime.

real tooth shown next to implant screw, Dental Implant Bolingbrook IL Can my body reject a dental implant?

Strictly speaking, a dental implant can't be rejected because they contain no living cells or genetically coded material. The titanium of which implants are made is completely biocompatible, and allergies are extremely rare. But an implanted tooth can fail to integrate with the jawbone if an infection develops in the absence of good oral hygiene, or if it is subjected to biting forces too soon. However, this is rare; implant dentistry regularly achieve success rates in excess of 95%.

Am I a candidate for dental implants?

There's a good chance that you are, but this can only be determined after a complete oral examination that includes x-rays of your jaws. While we do not place implants, we do restore them and will go over all your tooth replacement options and get you started in the process. Please schedule a consultation to begin the exciting process of restoring your smile and bite.

For more information on dental implants, submit a message through our contact form ,
or call Hidden Lakes Dental Care in Bolingbrook, IL today at (630) 759-0077.