Dental Implants in Renton, WA

If you’re in need of tooth replacement in Renton, WA, our team of expert surgeons have restoration options to help complete your smile. Dental implants are a popular choice for restoring missing teeth because of their versatility and the many benefits they offer over other replacement options. Your smile is unique, and our team will design a custom treatment plan based on your individual needs and oral health goals. Dr. Carl Johnson, Dr. Ben Johnson, Dr. Sohaib Soliman, Dr. Hwi Sean Moon, and Dr. Kevin Huang specialize in implant-based tooth restoration so that you can live with confidence in your smile.

Replace Missing Teeth

Leaving a missing tooth untreated can cause the jaw bone to deteriorate in that area. This is due to the lack of stimulation where a tooth root is missing. Over time, jaw bone atrophy leads to dental shifting and facial sagging.

A bone graft helps restore lost bone to an area and provides a sturdy foundation for an implant. We can place a bone graft immediately following tooth extraction or prior to receiving the implant post to ensure your jaw bone remains strong and healthy. Missing teeth can also cause the gums to recede, resulting in unhealthy gums and a higher risk of developing periodontal disease or gum disease. Replacing a missing tooth or teeth with a true replacement, root and all, protects your oral health for years to come.

Types of Dental Implants in Renton, WA

During your first visit, we will help select the right treatment option for your specific oral health needs.

• Single Implants. Our oral surgeons can place a dental implant anywhere in the mouth where you would like to restore or replace a tooth.
• Implant-Supported Bridges. Traditional bridges require your healthy teeth to be reshaped to support the bridge. Dental implants can support the bridge instead, protecting your natural teeth and restoring aesthetics and functionality where multiple teeth are missing next to each other in the dental arch.
• Immediate Implants. As soon as a tooth is extracted, we can place an implant post, provided there is enough jaw bone to support the implant. Receiving a same-day dental implant saves you time and money by reducing the number of surgical procedures necessary for tooth restoration.
• Smile Complete^™ Full-Arch Restoration. As few as four dental implant posts can support a fixed denture that looks and functions like a natural set of healthy teeth. This life-changing treatment is ideal for patients missing many or all of their teeth or who currently wear dentures and seek a more comfortable, healthier alternative.
• Ceramic Implants. Ceramic implants, also called zirconia implants, are made of a tooth-colored ceramic material and are great for patients who do not want any metal in their body or who are allergic to titanium. Ceramic implants consist of one piece and do not feature a metal post that can be seen through the gum tissue for more natural-looking results.
• Zygomatic Implants. Patients who desire dental implants in the upper jaw but who lack adequate jaw bone mass may still achieve implant-based restoration with zygomatic implants. These implants are inserted directly into the cheekbone, function just like traditional implants, and can eliminate the need for a sinus lift procedure.

Dental Implant Surgery Procedure

We will outline the specific steps of your procedure during your first visit. This is also where you will select your choice of anesthesia or sedation and where our staff will take detailed 3D scans of your mouth.

During your procedure, your oral surgeon will make a small incision in the gum tissue and place the implant post, which is made of medical-grade titanium. If your jaw bone has atrophied, we may place a bone graft to help regrow lost bone. This may require a second appointment to place the implant once the graft has healed.

The post will fuse with your jaw bone over the next few months. During this time, your surgeon will place a connecting abutment. Once fully healed, your restorative dentist will place the final crown.

Our practice offers a non-opioid option for pain relief after surgery. Ask your doctor about EXPAREL^®.

Overall Value & Cost of Dental Implants

Removable dentures and bridges cost less initially, but they have some drawbacks. These restoration options are purely cosmetic and do not preserve or improve your oral health. Dentures must be replaced every few years, and treatment for severe jaw bone loss can become costly and complex further down the line. Dental implants, on the other hand, keep the jaw strong and healthy. They have a 98% success rate and can last a lifetime with proper care.

The cost of dental implants depends on your dental insurance, if you require extractions or bone grafts, how many implants you need, and your choice of anesthesia. We practice transparency and discuss all of these options and your cost for treatment upfront, so you know exactly what to expect and how much it will cost.

Denture Replacement With Dental Implants

Dentures can be a quick fix for missing teeth, but patients who wear them often end up seeking a more comfortable, convenient solution. Dentures can feel clunky and cause sores and embarrassment during social settings. Dental implants are an ideal replacement for dentures because they are long-lasting, secure, and feel natural inside the mouth.

Dental implants can replace a partial denture with multiple implants or an implant-supported bridge. You can receive a new, secure arch of teeth through full-arch restoration, which eliminates the need for a full denture and provides the full functionality and health benefits of dental implants. As long as you properly care for your implants, they can last a lifetime, whereas dentures must be replaced every few years. Learn more about denture replacement in Renton, WA, by contacting our office today.