A dental implant is a tooth replacement option closer to your natural tooth than any other option available today. This option offers unparalleled stability and durability with an artificial tooth root that our implant dentist at Pacific Coast Dental places in your jawbone. If you want a tooth replacement that has the potential to last a lifetime, then a dental implant may be a good choice for you.
But this security doesn't appear overnight. A dental implant process takes several months, the majority of which is the healing period for your artificial tooth root. This part is vital to your implant's success because your implant is made from titanium, a material that your bone actually heals around, a process called osseointegration.
Once this is complete, we can place your dental crown or other restoration in one appointment.
How Much Does a Dental Implant Hurt?
Dr. Acosta will ensure that your teeth and mouth have been numbed thoroughly before beginning implantation. Most patients report some soreness for several days after surgery, but this is rarely severe. Over-the-counter pain relievers are sufficient to counteract most of your discomfort during healing.
If you are worried about any portions of this procedure, we encourage you to discuss it with our dental team. In addition, we offer multiple types of sedation to ease your worries and make treatments more tolerable.