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Single Tooth Implants: Understanding the Process
When you lose one tooth, it’s easy to overlook or ignore its absence, especially if it’s a back tooth that isn’t visible when you smile. However, losing one tooth can lead to various oral health problems. You can prevent additional dental issues by replacing individual missing teeth with single tooth dental implants. Dr. Ivan Chan at Glendale Dental Wellness offers single tooth implants to patients in Glendale, California. Here’s what you should know about dental implant treatment.
What are dental implants?
When you lose a tooth, you lose the crown and its roots. Implants are small, titanium screws that dentists use to replace lost tooth roots.
What is the dental implant procedure?
The process of getting implants requires surgery, which is done under local anesthesia. Dr. Chan will cut your gum to gain access to your jawbone. We’ll then drill a hole in your jawbone, insert the implant, and suture your gum for healing. Once inside your jaw, the implant will fuse with your bone tissue. This fusing process can take months to complete. Once the implant is securely integrated with your jaw, replacement teeth such as a dental crown, bridge, or dentures will be attached to complete the treatment.
How many teeth can implants replace?
Implants can replace one tooth, several teeth in a row, or all of your teeth if needed. Dr. Chan will choose single implants with crowns to replace a missing tooth. Two or three implants can support a dental bridge to replace a row of two to four missing teeth. All-on-4 implant treatment can support implant dentures to replace an entire arch of top or bottom teeth.
Why should I replace a single tooth with an implant?
Implants are solid restorations that can last a lifetime with good oral care. With a 95% success rate, there’s an excellent chance you’ll never have to repeat the process. Porcelain crown restorations look and feel like natural teeth and can last 15 or more years. Due to the artificial tooth roots of the implant, it will function similarly to a natural tooth for biting and chewing. Stability, support, and natural appearance make implants and crowns a superior option for replacing single missing teeth.
What’s the risk of not replacing my tooth?
Losing just one tooth can destabilize the structure of your smile. Adjacent teeth will lose support, which can cause them to shift out of alignment. Tooth loss can impact your bite, making it more difficult to chew. Food can get trapped in your gap, causing plaque buildup, leading to decay and gum disease. Tooth loss also causes bone loss and weakening of your jaw. A single tooth implant can prevent these issues and help maintain the quality of your smile.
Real Patients – Real Results
Before and after results of actual patients treated.
Where can I get single tooth dental implants near me?
Glendale Dental Wellness in Glendale, CA, is your one-stop location for implant treatment. Call 818-243-3838 to schedule a consultation with Dr. Ivan Chan for single tooth implants.
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Dr. Ivan Chan
Dr. Jonathan Gao
Dr. Moji Ghalambor
Dr. Ivan Chan is a compassionate dentist with extensive training in preventative, restorative, implant, and cosmetic dentistry. He earned his Biology degree from the University of California, San Diego, where he helped run free dental clinics for underserved communities. Dr. Chan received his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of California, San Francisco. He has volunteered on mission trips in Mexico to provide quality dental care to underserved communities. Dr. Chan has also been on humanitarian missions with the US Navy on the USNS Mercy Hospital Ship. Committed to accessible, high-quality dental care, he combines expertise with a dedication to improving everyone’s oral health.
Dr. Jonathan Gao is a dedicated orthodontist with a passion for providing exceptional care. He holds a degree in Human Biology from UC San Diego and earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from UC San Francisco (UCSF), where he also completed his orthodontic residency. Dr. Gao’s commitment to both research and community service earned him multiple awards, including Distinguished Volunteer and Provider of the Year at the UCSF Community Dental Clinic. His expertise, coupled with his dedication to serving others, underscores his reputation for delivering trustworthy, patient-centered care.
Dr. Moji Ghalambor is a highly skilled endodontist who is passionate about patient care and community service. He earned his Biology degree from Hope International University, where he also played collegiate soccer, and his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from the University of Southern California (USC). After practicing general dentistry, he pursued specialized training in Endodontics at USC. Dr. Ghalambor served as class president for four years and participated in mission trips to Belize, Cambodia, Nicaragua, and Panama. His expertise, leadership, and commitment to underserved communities define his trustworthy approach.
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