Single Dental Implants in NYC

Meridian Dental Group provides Single Dental Implants in New York, NY. Call 212-813-0850 to learn more and schedule your appointment.

Dental implants are small anchors made of a biocompatible metal called titanium that are placed in the jawbone. Dental implants are the replacement of tooth roots in the mouth. Once placed, the anchors begin to fuse with the bone over the course of a few months. After the fusing process, known as osseointegration, abutment posts are inserted into the anchors to allow for the permanent attachment of the replacement teeth.

Dental implants can replace teeth that are missing, severely decayed, or damaged. A single dental implant consists of an artificial tooth root made of titanium that is surgically placed in the jaw bone. Titanium is a biocompatible material that fuses with the bone over the course of a few months, creating a strong bond to support an artificial tooth. 

Once the implant has had time to fuse with the jawbone, the abutment and crown can be attached to complete the process.

Dental implants are considered to be the highest quality tooth replacement option available because of the following benefits: 

• Natural appearance. A dental implant is the most natural-looking tooth replacement option because it is anchored in the jaw like your other teeth.

• Natural function. A dental implant functions as closely as possible to a natural tooth, providing equal bite strength.

• Can last a lifetime. Once a dental implant fuses with the jawbone, the bond can last for the rest of your life.

• Preserves bone structure in your jaw. The jawbone and support structures for a missing tooth will weaken and deteriorate over time, but an implant will keep the bone strong.

• Won’t damage healthy teeth. Unlike a bridge or partial denture, a dental implant won’t damage the neighboring teeth.

A good candidate for a single dental implant has one missing or severely damaged tooth that is still in place or hasn’t been missing for long. A dental implant requires a certain amount of bone structure in the jaw to support it, and when a tooth has been missing for a long time it may mean that the bone has shrunken too much. However, if this is the case there is still a solution. A bone graft procedure can be done to fortify the existing bone and encourage it to regenerate. If this is successful, you will then be ready to receive an implant.

You can replace multiple teeth with dental implants. If you have more than two teeth missing in a row, you may find it more affordable to replace them with an implant-supported bridge. An implant supported bridge is a row of artificial teeth anchored by a single dental plant on each end.

A single dental implant can cost anywhere from $1,500 to $5,000. The actual cost depends on a variety of factors such as the location of the tooth being replaced and whether or not you need any preparatory procedures such as extractions or bone grafts.

During your dental implant placement procedure, anesthesia is used to ensure you won’t feel any pain or discomfort. In most cases local anesthesia can be used to numb the area where the implant is placed. After your procedure any discomfort you may experience can be managed with over the counter pain relievers.

There are a few dental health reasons why dentists always recommend replacing a missing tooth. For one, leaving a gap in your mouth can cause your remaining teeth to shift out of place. Another problem is that the jawbone and support structures for the missing tooth will dissolve over time, leaving a weak spot in your jaw. Replacing a missing tooth with a dental implant is a worthwhile investment in your dental health.

For more information about dental implants, call 212-813-0850 to schedule or request an appointment.