Dental Implants in Plainville, MA

Restorative Dentistry

A fixed, long-term way to replace one tooth, several teeth or a full arch, planned and restored by a dentist with a special interest in prosthodontics.

A dental implant replaces the root of a missing tooth, so the new tooth is anchored in the jaw rather than resting on the gums. For many patients it is the closest thing to having their own tooth back.

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3D illustration of a dental implant post and crown placed in the lower jaw

What’s included

  • Replacement for one tooth, several teeth or a full arch
  • Cone Beam 3D imaging used to assess bone and plan placement
  • Crowns, bridges or dentures attached to the implants
  • Restorations planned by a dentist with a prosthodontic focus
  • Follow-up checks of the gums, bone and implant parts

About Dental Implants

When you have missing teeth, an alternative solution to dentures is dental implants. While dentures are removable, dental implants provide permanent new teeth to restore your mouth's function and appearance. Dental implants tend to offer a successful and lasting solution to the loss of some or all of your teeth.

Why Replacing a Missing Tooth Matters

A gap is more than a cosmetic problem. Neighboring teeth can drift or tip into the space, the opposing tooth can over-erupt, and your bite can slowly shift. Chewing often moves to the other side of the mouth, which puts extra load on teeth that were never meant to do all the work. The jawbone also changes. Bone that no longer supports a tooth root tends to shrink over time. An implant sits in the bone the way a natural root does, which can help preserve the bone around it, something a conventional bridge or denture does not do. Because an implant stands on its own, it usually does not require reshaping healthy neighboring teeth, as a traditional bridge does.

What to Expect

Treatment starts with a consultation. Dr. Naiman examines your mouth, reviews your health history and uses Cone Beam 3D imaging to look at the bone where the implant would go. Not everyone is a candidate right away; some patients may need gum treatment or bone grafting first, and we will tell you plainly if that is the case. Once the implant is placed, it typically needs a few months to bond with the bone. During that time a temporary option may be used so you are not left with a gap. After healing, the final crown, bridge or denture is made and attached. Dr. Naiman has been with Advanced Dental Care since 1995 and has a special interest in prosthodontics, the branch of dentistry focused on replacing and restoring teeth. That focus shapes how each implant restoration is planned, from the shape of the tooth to how it meets your bite.

Common Questions

Am I a candidate for dental implants?
Many adults who are missing teeth can be candidates. What matters most is having enough healthy bone to support the implant, healthy gums and general health that allows normal healing. Smoking and uncontrolled diabetes can affect healing. A consultation with 3D imaging is the way to find out for certain.
Does getting an implant hurt?
Implant placement is done with local anesthesia, so most patients feel pressure rather than pain during the procedure. Some soreness and swelling afterward is common for a few days and is usually manageable with over-the-counter pain relief and the aftercare instructions we provide.
How long do dental implants last?
With good home care and regular checkups, implants can last many years and often decades. The crown or denture attached to the implant may eventually need replacement from normal wear. Gum health around the implant is the biggest factor in how long it lasts.
How long does the whole process take?
It varies. A straightforward single implant often takes a few months from placement to final crown because the bone needs time to heal around the implant. Cases that need extractions or grafting first take longer. We will give you a realistic timeline after your consultation.
What is the difference between an implant and a bridge?
A bridge replaces a missing tooth by attaching to the teeth on either side, which are usually reshaped to hold crowns. An implant replaces the tooth root itself and stands independently, so neighboring teeth are left alone. Each has advantages, and Dr. Naiman can explain which suits your situation.

Terms You May Hear

Dental Implant
A small post, usually titanium, placed in the jawbone to act as the root of a replacement tooth.
Abutment
The connector piece that attaches to the implant and holds the crown, bridge or denture in place.
Osseointegration
The process by which bone grows around and bonds to an implant during healing.

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