Dental Implants – Concord, NH
Replacing Your Missing Teeth For Good
Dr. Homsi understands the struggles of those suffering from tooth loss. As a highly skilled professional who has studied implant dentistry in various countries, he is able to provide dental patients with the complete start-to-finish placement and restoration process in-house, so no referral is needed. By offering this superior solution, he can replace your missing teeth for good, allowing you to feel more confident and beautiful while also enjoying the benefits of a healthy, fully functional smile. Call to schedule an appointment to find out if you are a good candidate for dental implants from our Concord, NH dentist.
Why Choose Charm Smile Dental for Dental Implants?
- Start-to-Finish Dental Implant Placement & Restoration
- Dentist with 10+ Years of Experience
- Cone Beam Scanner for Optimal Precision Planning
What are Dental Implants?
Dental implants are small, screw-like posts made out of titanium and placed within the jawbone. Fusing with the nearby tissues over several months creates a stable foundation for your future smile. These prosthetics are versatile in their ability to replace any number of teeth, allowing for dental crowns, bridges, and dentures to be properly secured into place.
Dental implants are also known for their longevity. With many cases reported of individuals who enjoyed their new smile for a lifetime, they prove more cost-effective than other tooth replacement solutions.
The 4-Step Dental Implant Process
- Initial Dental Implant Consultation: You will start the process by first meeting with your implant dentist to discuss your candidacy. After compiling your results, we will determine if you require any preliminary treatments such as bone grafting, tooth extraction, or periodontal therapy before moving forward with your dental implant placement.
- Dental Implant Surgery: Instead of relying on an outside specialist to perform the procedure, Dr. Homsi will complete the process in-house so that you can remain in one convenient location. On the day of your procedure, you will receive local anesthesia to ensure you remain comfortable before Dr. Homsi makes one or more small incisions in your gums for proper placement and alignment of your implant posts.
- Dental Implant Osseointegration/Abutment: You will return home after your surgery to begin the recovery process, which involves 3-6 months of the bone fusing with your implants. This is known as osseointegration. Once healed, you will return to have your metal abutments attached to the tops of your posts.
- Delivery of Dental Implant Restoration(s): Once everything is properly healed, you will make your final visit to receive your customized dental implant restoration. Depending on how many teeth you are missing, you can receive a crown, bridge, or denture. No matter the kind of restoration, you can ensure that your new smile will look and feel completely natural.
Benefits of Dental Implants
There are virtually endless benefits associated with dental implants, and here at our practice, we believe that it’s important for you to have a clear understanding of what you can expect when choosing this superior tooth replacement option. Once you’ve received your dental implants and made a smooth recovery, you’ll instantly notice the difference they make on a daily basis, as well as the influence they have on your oral health, both now and in the future. Here’s a closer look at the many ways dental implants can truly boost your livelihood.
Day-to-Day Benefits
After your implants have been placed and your custom-made restoration(s) are attached, you’ll immediately gain access to all kinds of perks that assist with daily tasks:
- Dental implants restore most of your original biting power, meaning that you’ll be able to enjoy all of your favorite, tough-to-eat foods once again.
- Likewise, having a complete set of teeth makes conversing with others and expressing yourself far easier.
- Dental implants don’t change how you care for your smile; you simply need to continue brushing and flossing daily to maintain their integrity.
Health Benefits
Your teeth are some of the most important parts of your whole body, responsible for regulating your dental wellness. This means that replacing lost teeth with dental implants can directly benefit your health:
- Since the posts are placed directly into the jaw to act as replacement tooth roots, they can provide your bone tissue with the stimulation needed to prevent it from deteriorating, which commonly occurs after tooth loss.
- Research indicates there’s a connection between tooth loss and a higher risk of several diseases. Since dental implants are the next best thing to your natural teeth, they can also help to mitigate these increased risks.
- Replacing missing teeth and filling gaps in your smile also helps to keep any remaining natural teeth from drifting out of place or eventually falling out.
Long-Term Benefits
Dental implants are by no means a short-term fix for tooth loss; they’re built to last for the long haul. Some of their distinct long-term benefits include:
- Even after 20 years, dental implants hold a success rate of 95% to 98%, making them one of the most successful tooth replacement solutions available today.
- Since dental implants don’t need to be replaced often, compared to traditional dentures, they end up being far more cost-effective in the long run.
- Since dental implants stimulate the jawbone, they also prevent the sunken, aged look that often accompanies tooth loss—you’ll be able to maintain a youthful appearance for years to come!
Who Dental Implants Can Help
Most individuals who are suffering from tooth loss are often considered viable candidates for dental implants. The reason is that although many may not be ready to pursue dental implant placement right away, our team can perform necessary treatments beforehand to help move them closer to permanent prosthetics in the future. When meeting with Dr. Homsi, he will determine if you need additional dental care before undergoing implant surgery. He will also discuss the type of restoration you will need and the versatility this type of tooth replacement can provide.
Missing One Tooth
With more than 120 million people in the U.S. missing at least one tooth, this is a growing problem. Fortunately, with a single titanium implant post, metal abutment, and customized dental crown, we can easily replace the missing tooth, delivering greater aesthetics and functionality.
Missing Multiple Teeth
Instead of relying on healthy abutment teeth, which are needed for a fixed bridge, we can place two dental implant posts into the outer sockets before attaching a customized bridge into place. Not only does this leave your healthy tooth enamel alone, but it also eliminates the risk of dental drift caused by tooth loss.
Missing All of Your Teeth
Traditional dentures may be an option, but if you want new teeth that won’t slip or fall out, you cannot go wrong with implant dentures. Held into place using between 4-6 implant posts, these prosthetics deliver improved stability, greater confidence when it comes to eating and speaking, and the ability to enjoy your smile for decades to come.
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Understanding the Cost of Dental Implants
Dental implants are a long-term investment in your health and confidence. At Charm Smile Dental, we believe in transparent pricing and fully personalized treatment plans. The total cost depends on factors like the number of implants, the materials used, and whether you need any preparatory procedures. Because we place implants in-house, we’re able to streamline your care and reduce costs. During your consultation, Dr. Homsi will break down every step of the process and review your options.
Preliminary Treatments & Dental Implant Surgery
Some patients may need preliminary treatments such as bone grafts, tooth extractions, or gum disease treatment before receiving implants. These steps ensure your mouth is healthy and ready for a successful implant procedure.
At our Concord practice, we perform every part of the dental implant process in-house, including the surgery itself. That means fewer appointments, a more consistent experience, and trusted care from the team you know.
The Parts of Your Dental Implant
Dental implants have three main components, and each of them carries different costs based on their brand, material, and other fees.
- Implant Fixture: Typically made of titanium, this is a screw-like post that’s placed in your jawbone to act as a root.
- Abutment: This is a durable connector that links the fixture to your new restoration.
- Restoration: The visible crown, bridge, or denture that completes your smile.
At Charm Smile Dental, we use high-quality materials for strength, function, and aesthetics. Each part is carefully selected to fit your treatment needs.
How Dental Implants Pay for Themselves
Though dental implants may seem costly upfront, they’re one of the most cost-effective solutions over time. Unlike bridges or dentures, implants can last decades, or even a lifetime, with proper care, which means you’ll be able to rely on them for a long time.
This means you’ll avoid the need for frequent repairs, replacements, and adhesives that are often associated with traditional treatments. At the same time, implants will also help preserve your jawbone and prevent shifting teeth, which will save you time, money, and discomfort in the future. At Charm Smile Dental, we focus on delivering lasting value through personalized, durable care.
Does My Dental Insurance Cover Dental Implants?
While not all dental insurance plans cover implants fully, many help with certain parts of the process. At our Concord practice, we’re in-network with Delta Dental and happily accept most PPO insurance plans.
Our team will review your benefits, file claims on your behalf, and help you understand your coverage. Even if your plan doesn’t cover implants entirely, we’ll find ways to maximize your benefits and minimize your out-of-pocket costs.
Making Dental Implants Affordable
Still concerned about the cost of implants? We’ll help make it easy to fit them into your budget. Our practice partners with CareCredit and Lending Club to offer flexible financing plans with low monthly payments.
These trusted lenders let you get the care you need now and pay over time, often with little to no interest. During your consultation, our friendly team will walk you through your options and help you apply for the plan that works best for you. Just give us a call!
Guided Dental Implant Surgery
Most dentists use freehand techniques to place dental implants in the jawbone, which can be quite successful. However, guided dental implant surgery is considered the superior option these days. Our team utilizes advanced technology to create a custom surgical template, ensuring your dental implants are inserted at the correct locations, angles, and depths. This approach minimizes the risk of post-op complications and promotes a faster recovery.
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Dental Implant FAQs
How Long Do Dental Implants Last?
While dental implants can last for three decades or more, this is only if you take excellent care of them. The best ways to keep your implants in great shape include practicing excellent oral hygiene, seeing your dentist regularly, and avoiding bad dental habits like smoking and using your teeth to open packages. It’s important to brush, floss, and use antibacterial mouthwash daily to eliminate plaque, food debris, and harmful bacteria that can lead to infections that can compromise your implants. Regular checkups at our Concord office will allow us to evaluate the health of your implants and address any issues in their early stages. Dental implants often last significantly longer than traditional restorations like bridges and dentures.
Does Getting Dental Implants Hurt?
Our dentist will begin the dental implant placement procedure by administering a local anesthetic to ensure that you feel no pain, and the jawbone does not have many nerve endings that can send pain signals to the brain in the first place. While the surgical procedure should not hurt, you may experience some soreness for a few days afterward. This can be controlled by taking prescribed or over-the-counter pain medication as directed, and cold compresses can also give you some relief. However, call our office if your discomfort is getting worse after several days.
Are Dental Implants Safe?
Dental implants are remarkably safe and successful for the majority of patients as long as they are placed by a qualified dental professional. While low jawbone density or untreated gum disease can prohibit you from receiving the treatment, most patients with these conditions can become excellent candidates for dental implants after undergoing periodontal therapy or bone grafts. While health conditions like pregnancy, diabetes, cancer, and hemophilia can complicate the placement process, we’ll be happy to take these issues into consideration and plan your treatment to accommodate them if necessary.
What Can Cause Dental Implants to Fail?
While dental implant failure is rather rare, it usually occurs for one of two reasons. The first is peri-implantitis, which means that the gum and bone tissues supporting the dental implant are damaged by infection, causing the restoration to loosen. The second is failed osseointegration, meaning that the dental implant did not sufficiently bond with the bone structure of the jaw after being placed. Dental implants can also fail due to chronic teeth grinding, poor oral hygiene, tobacco use, certain medications, the head or neck being exposed to radiation, and health conditions like diabetes, cancer, and osteoporosis. We’ll be happy to provide you with guidelines to help you keep your implants in great shape before your appliances are placed.