Missing teeth can significantly impact your confidence, oral health, and quality of life. If you’re considering dental implants in the Grandville area, understanding the restoration process is crucial for making an informed decision. At Grandville Dental Health Center, Dr. Larissa Bishop and Dr. Rebecca Vander Baan specialize in creating beautiful, functional implant restorations that look and feel like your natural teeth.
Dental implant restorations are the visible, functional parts of your dental implant system. While the implant itself is a titanium post surgically placed into your jawbone, the restoration is the crown, bridge, or denture that sits on top of the implant and serves as your replacement tooth.
Think of it this way: if a dental implant is like the foundation of a house, the restoration is the house itself – the part you see and use every day.
Your journey begins with a comprehensive consultation at our Grandville dental office. During this visit, we’ll:
Our advanced 3D scanning technology allows us to plan your restoration with exceptional precision, ensuring optimal fit and function.
At Grandville Dental Health Center, we provide comprehensive implant services from start to finish. Our experienced team will carefully place your dental implant using advanced techniques and technology to ensure optimal positioning and long-term success.
After implant placement, your jawbone needs time to heal and integrate with the titanium implant – a process called osseointegration. This typically takes 3-6 months, during which we may provide a temporary restoration to maintain your appearance and function.
Once your implant has fully integrated, we’ll begin crafting your permanent restoration:
The most common type of implant restoration, a single dental crown replaces one missing tooth. These restorations are:
When multiple adjacent teeth are missing, an implant-supported dental bridge may be the ideal solution. This restoration:
For patients missing most or all teeth, implant-supported dentures offer:
At Grandville Dental Health Center, we combine advanced technology like 3D imaging, digital impressions, and digital x-rays with personalized care from Dr. Bishop and Dr. Vander Baan. We ensure your restoration complements your smile and provide ongoing maintenance guidance to help your implant restoration last for decades.
Don’t let missing teeth hold you back from living your best life. Dental implant restorations at Grandville Dental Health Center offer a permanent solution that looks, feels, and functions like your natural teeth. Call (616) 201-2906 to schedule your appointment and take the first step toward your complete, beautiful smile!