A missing tooth affects more than your smile. Implant restorations give you a natural-looking, long-lasting way to eat, speak, and live with confidence again.
An implant restoration replaces both the root and the visible portion of a missing tooth, unlike a bridge or denture that relies on your remaining teeth or gums for support. Dr. Yazan Alkhawam restores implants for patients throughout South Amboy, giving you a permanent solution that looks, feels, and functions like your natural tooth.
Implants are designed to be a permanent replacement, not a temporary fix, so once your restoration is complete, you can go back to living without thinking twice about that missing tooth. With proper care and regular checkups, an implant can serve you well for decades, making it one of the most durable options in modern dentistry.
Unlike a bridge, an implant does not rely on the teeth next to it for support, which helps preserve your natural bone and keeps neighboring teeth from bearing extra strain. The implant also stimulates your jawbone the way a natural tooth root would, helping prevent the bone loss that often follows tooth loss over time.
Step One: Healing And Integration
Before your restoration begins, your implant needs time to heal and fully integrate with your jawbone. This foundation lets your new tooth function like a natural one.
Step Two: Custom Impression
Once healing is complete, Dr. Yazan takes an impression of your mouth to design a custom crown that fits your bite and smile.
Step Three: Matching Your Natural Smile
Your crown is crafted to match the color and shape of your surrounding teeth, so it blends in seamlessly rather than standing out.
Step Four: Fit And Placement
Dr. Yazan carefully checks the crown’s fit and bite before permanently securing it, ensuring everything feels natural before you leave.
Implants tend to work best for patients missing one or more teeth who have enough healthy jawbone to support them. You may be a good candidate if:
Every case is different, and Dr. Yazan will evaluate your bone structure and overall oral health to determine whether an implant restoration is the right fit for you.
Implants are a bigger decision than most dental treatments, which means bigger questions too. Here are honest answers to what patients ask us most, so you can feel confident about what comes next.
Dr. Yazan currently restores dental implants, meaning he creates and places the custom crown that attaches to an implant. For surgical implant placement, he works with the appropriate specialist to ensure you receive comprehensive, well-coordinated care from start to finish.
Most patients report the process is more comfortable than expected. The area is numbed for the procedure, and any post-procedure discomfort is typically manageable with over-the-counter pain relief.
Cost varies based on your specific case and any additional procedures you may need. During your consultation, our team can walk you through pricing and financing options.
