Dental Implants for Permanent, Natural-Feeling Tooth Replacement
A long-term solution for a single missing tooth, several teeth, or a full arch.
A dental implant replaces a missing tooth from the root up. It integrates with your jawbone to support a porcelain crown, bridge, or full-arch restoration that looks, feels, and functions like a natural tooth.
What this treatment involves.
An implant has three components: a small titanium post that acts as the new root, an abutment that connects the post to the restoration, and the visible tooth-shaped crown or bridge above the gumline. Because the post fuses with your jawbone through a process called osseointegration, it provides stability that no removable prosthesis can match.
Candidacy depends on your overall health, gum health, and the volume and quality of bone at the missing-tooth site. Even patients who have been told they don't have enough bone often qualify after minor grafting. A full evaluation at our Plantation office — including a 3D CBCT scan — is the only way to know for sure.
Implants can support a single crown, a fixed bridge that replaces several adjacent teeth without altering neighbors, or a full-arch restoration that eliminates the movement and rubbing of a traditional denture. Dr. Allen plans each case digitally so placement is precise, minimally invasive, and coordinated with the final restoration from day one.
You may need or want this treatment if…
- You are missing one or more teeth and want a permanent replacement.
- You wear a denture that shifts, clicks, or causes sore spots.
- A bridge or root canal has failed and needs a longer-lasting solution.
- You want to preserve jawbone volume and facial support in the years ahead.
Why patients choose this treatment.
- Look, feel, and function like natural teeth
- Preserve jawbone and facial structure over time
- No adhesives, no nightly removal, no diet restrictions
- Designed to last decades — often a lifetime — with good care
- Do not require altering healthy neighboring teeth
Who this is a good fit for.
- Adults missing one or more teeth
- Denture wearers seeking a stable alternative
- Patients with failing bridges or non-restorable teeth
- Healthy adults with adequate bone or willing to consider grafting
A calm, considered process — from consultation to completion.
01
3D Evaluation
A CBCT scan and digital planning map your bone, nerves, and ideal implant position.
02
Implant Placement
The titanium post is placed with local anesthesia and gentle, guided technique.
03
Integration
Over three to six months, the implant fuses with your bone to form a stable foundation.
04
Final Restoration
A custom crown, bridge, or prosthesis is designed and secured on top of the implant.
Caring for your smile afterward.
Brush and floss your implant the same way you care for natural teeth, keep up with regular hygiene visits, and let us know if you clench or grind at night — a custom night guard often protects your investment.
Is placing an implant painful?+
The area is fully numb during placement. Most patients report only mild soreness for a day or two afterward — comparable to a routine filling.
How long does the whole process take?+
From placement to final crown, most cases take three to six months. Same-day temporary options are available for select situations.
What if I have bone loss?+
Bone grafting can often rebuild adequate volume for a successful implant. Your CBCT scan will tell us exactly what is needed.
How long do implants last?+
With good hygiene and regular checkups, implants routinely last twenty years or more, and many last a lifetime.
Are implants worth it compared to a bridge or denture?+
For most patients, yes. Implants preserve bone, don't rely on neighboring teeth, and typically outlast bridges and dentures.
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