Rebuild After Tooth Loss with Dental Implants

If you are missing one or more of your teeth and would like to restore the look and function of your original smile, then dental implants may be a solution for you. Dental implants aren’t just for older adults who have lost many teeth—they can be a great choice for any adult who has healthy gums, a strong jawbone, and who is experiencing permanent tooth loss.

Belman Dental Centre is here to discuss if you are a good candidate for dental implants and walk you through the procedure from start to finish.

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What Causes Tooth Loss?

You may require dental implants if you are experiencing permanent tooth loss. There are many reasons why tooth loss can occur, including injury, tooth decay, and gum decay. Depending on the severity of tooth loss, the treatment can include dental implants, dentures, or bridges to restore your smile to how it was before the tooth loss.

What Is a Dental Implant?

You may be wondering what a dental implant actually is. A dental implant is a titanium artificial root that is inserted into the jawbone to replace the root of the tooth that is no longer there. An artificial tooth is secured to the titanium, which securely holds it in place.

Dental implants, as a solution for tooth loss, can support your oral health as they won’t decay like a natural tooth does, and they will provide support for your jaw and help to aid in jawbone healing.

What Can You Expect During a Dental Implant Procedure?

The procedure is divided into two main parts: placing the implant and placing the replacement tooth. In addition, there are smaller steps in between, including removing damaged teeth, potential bone grafting, and bone growth. The process of a dental implant procedure can take up to several months as the first stage requires the bone to heal after the implant is placed. Because of this, expect to make a few visits to the office during the procedure as well as after to check on the implants.

Placing the Implant

Placing the implant into the bone requires a surgical incision into the gum. The bone is then drilled into and the titanium implant is placed in. This step concludes with waiting for the bone to heal for several weeks before moving on to the replacement tooth. Sometimes, a temporary denture will be placed while waiting for the bone to grow.

Placing the Replacement Tooth

Once the bone has sufficiently healed, an abutment can be placed on the implant. The abutment is the in-between piece between the artificial tooth and the implant that allows the two to attach. After the abutment is placed, the artificial tooth is placed as a final step. There is an option to choose an artificial tooth that is removable, fixed, or both.

After the dental implant procedure, you may have some swelling or discomfort. This should go away with pain medication.

We’re Here to Answer Your Questions

Dental implants are a straightforward procedure that can help improve your long-term oral health. We offer exams and consultations to discuss the procedure and determine if you may be a good candidate. Visit our practice today to get started.

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Dental Implants and Restorative Dentistry FAQs

How much do dental implants cost in Toronto, and are there payment plans available?

The cost of a single dental implant in Toronto typically ranges from $3,000 to $6,000, depending on the complexity of your case and whether bone grafting is required. Please call us to help you break this investment down into manageable monthly payments.

What is the step-by-step process for getting a dental implant at Belman Dental Centre?

The dental implant process involves three main phases: a comprehensive 3D imaging consultation, the surgical placement of the titanium implant, and the attachment of your custom permanent crown.

After the titanium post is placed in your jaw, we allow 3 to 6 months for osseointegration (where the bone fuses to the implant) before attaching the final, natural-looking tooth.

Are dental implants painful, and what kind of sedation options do you offer?

The dental implant procedure itself is not painful because the area is completely numbed with local anesthesia before we begin. To help ensure you are completely relaxed and comfortable during the surgery, Belman Dental Centre also offers nitrous oxide (laughing gas) and oral conscious sedation.

Most patients report that the recovery process is actually less uncomfortable than a standard tooth extraction.

How long does it take to recover from a tooth extraction and implant surgery?

Initial recovery from a tooth extraction and implant placement takes about 3 to 7 days, during which mild swelling and tenderness can be easily managed with over-the-counter pain medication.

However, the underlying bone will continue to heal and fuse with the implant over the next 3 to 6 months before it is strong enough to support your final crown.

What is the difference between a root canal and a tooth extraction, and which one do I need?

A root canal saves a severely infected tooth by cleaning out the damaged tissue inside the root, whereas an extraction completely removes the tooth from your mouth.

Dr. Belman’s philosophy is always to save your natural tooth with a root canal whenever possible; an extraction is only recommended as a last resort when the tooth structure is too badly fractured or decayed to be repaired.

Why is Dr. Belman highly qualified to perform complex restorative dentistry and implants?

Dr. Belman brings advanced expertise to restorative dentistry through his graduation from the University of Toronto Faculty of Dentistry and extensive, specialized training at prestigious institutions like the Misch Implant Institute, The Pankey Institute, and Spear Education.

This rigorous postgraduate education ensures he utilizes the most advanced surgical and aesthetic techniques for successful implant placement and full-mouth reconstructions.

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