Losing even one tooth can throw off your bite, your speech, and your self-esteem. That's why more people than ever are turning to dental implants — small, biocompatible posts that fuse with your jawbone and serve as rock-solid roots for beautiful new teeth. At Trophy Smile Studio, we're excited to help you explore your implant options!
Compared with traditional bridges or removable dentures, implants:
Protect your jawbone by preventing the bone loss that follows tooth loss.
Keep neighboring teeth stable — no need to grind them down for support.
Look, feel, and function like the real thing, so you can chew steak or smile for selfies without a second thought.
Last decades (often a lifetime) with routine home care and professional cleanings.
But implants aren't one-size-fits-all. Here are four proven solutions we offer at Trophy Smile Studio, plus tips on how to decide which one is right for you.
Single Implant Crowns
Dental implant crowns replace one missing tooth per implant. For this option, a lone implant is topped with a custom crown. It slips right into the gap without touching adjacent teeth. You brush and floss it like normal, and nobody can tell it's not natural.
Implant crowns stop neighboring teeth from drifting, restore full biting force, and feel utterly natural.
Implant Bridges
This implant option is best for 2-4 missing teeth in a row. Instead of placing an implant under every lost tooth, we anchor a bridge on two (or sometimes three) implants. The result: a seamless span that's sturdier than a traditional bridge and kinder to your remaining teeth.
Fewer implants mean a lower cost than multiple single implants, yet you still skip the removable partial denture routine.
Implant-Retained or Implant-Supported Dentures
These teeth replacements work well if you are missing most or all of your teeth in an arch. Strategically placed implants snap or screw into a full denture. Options range from removable "snap-ins" you can pop out for cleaning to fixed prostheses that only your dentist removes.
There is no messy adhesive, no slipping during dinner, and far better chewing power than conventional dentures.
All-on-4® Full-Arch Implants
These implants can work for full arches of teeth, even if you've experienced moderate bone loss. Your dentist uses just four specially angled implants to secure a full arch of non-removable teeth. Even better, the teeth can often be placed on the same day you get your implants.
Fewer implants often result in faster healing and possibly a lower cost than other kinds of implant dentures. You get an immediate smile transformation - and the closest thing to having a brand-new set of natural teeth.
Finding the Right Implants for Your Smile
Your dentist will help you determine which implant option is right for you by considering several key factors. The number of teeth you have left and the condition of your remaining teeth are probably the most important considerations.
Implants need solid bone for successful placement. If you have osteoporosis, you may not be a good candidate for certain types of dental implants. If you've had missing teeth for years, you may have experienced enough bone loss that a graft may be needed to prepare your jaw for implants. In some cases, All-on-4 treatment can eliminate the need for bone grafting.
Gum disease, diabetes control, or smoking can affect success rates. If you have gum disease, it will need to be treated before you can get teeth implants. If you smoke, you should definitely consider quitting. Smoking negatively affects your ability to heal - which can impact your implant success.
If you are getting implant dentures, your lifestyle and personal preferences will help determine whether you want fixed teeth or removable ones.
The cost of implants will vary depending on the number of implants used, what type of teeth you choose, and whether additional procedures such as a bone graft are needed.
Every smile—and every patient — is different. At Trophy Smile Studio, we use 3-D imaging, digital planning, and a candid conversation about your goals to craft a custom dental implant plan that fits your life and budget.
Call 817-668-8845 today to book your implant consultation today in Trophy Club, TX.
