We often get asked by patients how many dental implants are needed to replace missing teeth.  Teeth can be lost due to a number of factors including poor hygiene, decay, gum disease or system factors(uncontrolled diabetes, smoker status).

Although every case is different, in general for a single missing space we place a single dental implant to restore your smile.  Implants are a predictable and reliable way to replace missing teeth.

Dental implants are permanently fixed in place to help you chew your food and can prevent jaw bone shrinkage associated with tooth loss.

Dental implants are made of metal, titanium and sometimes non-metal options are available

During the assessment of your eligibility for dental implants, your mouth may undergo a scan known as a CBCT scan(Cone Beam CT), which takes less than 30 seconds. 3D planning techniques will be deployed to make sure the procedure is done with a high level of specificity and is tailored to the unique layout of your mouth.

The only limitation to the range of options when it comes to the number of teeth replaced through dental implants is the availability of a healthy bone foundation.

However, this can be dealt with by using a technique known as a bone grafting.

For your free dental implant consultation, contact our office at 905-697-1118