dental implants in fairfax, VA

Restore Your Smile & Function with Dental Implants

Missing teeth can make it challenging to chew food properly, affect speech clarity, and leave you feeling self-conscious about the gaps in your smile.

Dental implants offer a natural-looking solution that not only preserves the jawbone but also promotes healthy bone growth, maintains the stability and function of your teeth, and provides improved function and security. With dental implants, you can expect to have a comfortable and natural-feeling replacement for your missing teeth that enhances your overall appearance and well-being.

Dental implants in Fairfax are considered the gold standard in the realm of missing teeth replacement. This procedure involves the insertion of a titanium post into the jawbone, which is then restored with a natural-looking tooth that functions both cosmetically and naturally.

Components of a Single Dental Implant

Our implants mimic the natural bone structure of the tooth.

Fixture

A titanium screw inserted into the jaw bone that integrates with the surrounding bone structure to become a stable foundation for a crown.

Abutment

A custom-made connector that serves to connect the implant fixture with the future crown.

Implant Crown

A custom-made tooth that is fixated on the abutment and implant, blending in with the remaining dentition in color, shape, and size.

Bridge

An implant-supported bridge is composed of 2 single-unit dental implants, spaced apart to restore 3 or more teeth to blend into your dentition.

How Dental Implants Work

Once a tooth is extracted and a bone graft has been placed in the affected area to ensure proper healing, the stage is set for the placement of a dental implant.

The implant fixture is carefully positioned within the jawbone, allowing it to fuse with the surrounding bone and heal properly. This integration process typically takes between 3 to 4 months.

We believe the top benefit implants offer patients is their impact on health. Since the implant consists of a post that embeds into the jawbone, it simulates the advantage of a natural tooth root. In addition to serving as a stable foundation for a tooth, a tooth root serves as a healthy stimulant for the jawbone. By using an artificial implant post, the jawbone is enabled to grow stronger and resist deterioration.

Dentist holding a mouth piece to explain how our dental implants in Fairfax work.

The Dental Implant Process

What to Expect

To ensure that the full process runs smoothly, a patient must follow a certain protocol on their journey to receive dental implants.

The procedure typically involves 5 to 7 visits, which include fixture placement, healing checks, and scans to ensure a successful final restoration.

After the implant has fully healed, it is uncovered, and a digital scan is taken to create a custom-made abutment and crown at a lab. This abutment and crown will function as a permanent tooth, providing optimal function and aesthetics.

Illustration of how dental implants work.

Why Get Dental Implants in Fairfax?

Dental implants offer numerous advantages over other restorative options.

Natural Appearance

Dental implants not only look aesthetically pleasing, but they also function exceptionally well, especially in situations where the tooth structure that would normally support a crown is inadequate or absent.

Long-Lasting

Dental implants are renowned for their longevity and can last for an extended period, potentially even permanently. In situations where the dental implant crown requires replacement, the dental post remains intact, providing a solid foundation for a new crown.

The Closest Thing to Real Teeth

Dental implants are considered the gold standard in tooth replacement, as they restore natural function and aesthetics to your smile.

Frequently Asked Questions

Dentist explaining to a patient how dental implants in Fairfax work.

Restore Your Smile Starting Today

Healthy smiles happen every day at Oakton Family Dentistry.