Permanent replacements for missing teeth
Whether you're missing one tooth or a full arch of teeth, we have permanent replacement options to meet every need. Dental implants consist of a titanium implant that's placed directly into your gums and jaw, along with an implant restoration (such as a crown) that permanently attaches to the implant. At North Billerica Smiles, our dentists specialize in dental implant preparation, placement, and restoration — and every case is planned and placed by Dr. Annese, a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists with thousands of implants placed.
Our implant services include
Dental implant placement surgery
The dental implant process begins with initial placement surgery. During this step, your mouth will be numbed, and a small opening will be made in the gums and jaw. A titanium implant will be placed in this opening, which will then be sutured to encourage healing. Over the next 3-6 months, the implant will permanently attach to the jaw bone, creating a strong, stable point to which an implant restoration can be attached.
Dental implant restorations
Dental implant restorations are the false teeth that attach to implants to restore your smile. Crowns are the most common for single-tooth implants, but implant-supported bridges and implant-supported dentures are available too. As you heal, our team will schedule follow-ups to begin crafting a natural-looking, durable restoration in our own on-site lab. Once you're fully healed, your restoration will be attached to your implant or implants to fully restore your smile.
Oral surgery to prepare for implants
We offer a variety of oral surgeries to prepare patients for dental implants. Our dentists can handle complex occlusion (bite) issues and adjustments, and perform bone grafts and sinus lifts to add bone mass in preparation for dental implants. We also offer alveoloplasty to smooth out tooth extraction sites.
Single-tooth implants
Single-tooth implants consist of one dental implant and a dental crown. The implant acts as an artificial root, while the crown functions as a replacement for your missing tooth. This is the most common type of dental implant, and is ideal for patients who are missing a few teeth but have otherwise healthy mouths.
Mini implants
"Mini" implants are about half the size and thickness of traditional dental implants. This means they are appropriate even for patients who have lost some jaw bone mass, and are less invasive. Mini implants are usually used to support a set of lower dentures.
Keeping your smile healthy
During your six-month visits to North Billerica Smiles, we'll check your natural teeth and your implants to ensure your mouth is healthy. Beyond this, you'll also need to make sure you continue to brush your teeth, gums, and implants twice a day at home. That's it!
Financing that supports the right decision — not the cheapest one
This is a significant investment in your health, and we want you focused on making the right choice, not the cheapest one. Alongside third-party financing through Proceed and Cherry, we also offer in-house financing to help make comprehensive, quality care accessible. Call us at 978.262.0023 to schedule an appointment in Billerica and see if dental implants are right for you.