What is a Dental Implant?
A dental implant is a small titanium screw that works like a natural tooth root. Implants can be used to replace a single lost tooth or many missing teeth.
After the implant is surgically placed in the jaw bone, it bonds with the natural bone to anchor a tooth replacement, such as a crown, bridge or denture.
Dental implants can help prevent surrounding teeth from shifting, restore facial appearance, and resolve bite issues or pain in jaw joints.
While an implant would ideally last a lifetime, tooth replacements sometimes become stained or damaged and must be replaced.
Our Drumheller dentists can perform dental implant procedures or replace damaged implant restorations.

Why You Should Replace Missing Teeth
If a tooth is missing, the teeth surrounding that gap may begin to shift out of place and cause misalignment issues. The jaw bone around the area may also begin to deteriorate, resulting in facial collapse or negatively impacting your ability to properly eat and talk.
The Dental Implant Process
The dental implant process can take two or more appointments at your dentist's office after the initial consultation.
To begin, your dentist will surgically place the dental implant (a titanium screw) into your jawbone beneath the gum tissue. The implant then heals and bonds with the jawbone and your gums attach to it.
After your jaw has healed about three to six months later, you'll return for your follow-up appointment. At this time, your dentist will attach a tooth replacement, such as a crown or bridge, restoring the appearance of your smile with a natural-looking artificial tooth.
We can replace or fix your dental restoration should they ever become loose, damaged, or stained.
Dental Implant FAQs
Read the answers to our most frequently asked questions about dental implants at Greentree Dental.