Dental Implants in Elk Grove, CA

Do you struggle with missing teeth? Dental implants are tooth replacements that can restore your smile, comfort, and confidence. They replace an entire tooth, from root to crown, and look, feel, and function like the real thing.

Why Choose Us for Dental Implants?

Dr. Mohamad Albik is a well-respected expert who has trained in implant dentistry since 2012. He not only places and restores implants at our Elk Grove, CA, dental office but also teaches dentists across the country how to perform the procedure. Dr. Albik also holds prestigious titles in implant dentistry that demonstrate his commitment to excellence.

What Is a Dental Implant?

A dental implant is a unique tooth replacement. It consists of a titanium post placed surgically in the jaw to replace the missing tooth root. Titanium is biocompatible, so bone and tissue grow around the implant post over several months.

This fascinating process is called osseointegration. After it’s complete, you will have an artificial tooth root stable enough to support a replacement tooth or teeth.

Dental professionals often consider implants “the gold standard” for tooth replacement. If you look at their benefits, it’s easy to see why!

High Success Rate

According to the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, the success rate for implants over ten years is about 95 percent, making them a highly effective and reliable tooth replacement.

Long-Term Tooth Replacement

Tooth implants are designed to last many years—even a lifetime with proper care. They are a cost-effective long-term solution when you compare them to options such as dentures or bridges that need to be replaced or repaired over time.

Looks and Feels Natural

An implant looks, feels, and functions most like a natural tooth. We custom design a prosthetic tooth like a dental crown to match the shape and shade of existing teeth for a seamless appearance. 

Restores Comfortable Chewing

Chewing comfortably can be difficult when you have missing teeth or a removable denture. Because it’s so stable, an implant tooth functions like a natural tooth, so you can eat whatever foods you like.

Preserves Tooth Structure

Unlike a dental bridge that involves other teeth, an implant is a standalone solution that requires no alteration of healthy tooth structure. This helps preserve natural tooth structure and promotes better oral health.

Maintains Jawbone Health

When you lose a tooth, the bone that supported it starts to deteriorate without a tooth root. A dental implant is placed directly into the jawbone and acts as a replacement root to stimulate bone regeneration and prevent further bone loss.

Replaces One Tooth or Multiple Teeth

We can replace a single tooth or multiple teeth with dental implants. Dr. Albik can replace multiple teeth with an implant-supported bridge or even a full arch of missing teeth with a technique called All-on-4®.

You should generally be healthy and have sufficient bone mass in the area we want to place the implant. Even if there isn’t enough bone quantity, Dr. Albik will explain and guide you which route to take to augment the bone. This procedure involves building up bone in the area over several months until it’s strong enough to support the implant.

What’s the Process for Getting an Implant?

Getting a dental implant requires the expertise of a skilled and experienced professional like Dr. Albik. The process involves multiple steps that occur over several months.

• Initial consultation — The first step determines if you are a good implant candidate and involves an exam, x-rays, and 3-D cone beam scans of your teeth and jaws.
• Treatment plan — You will receive a personalized care plan outlining the number and type of implants and additional procedures, such as tooth extraction.
• Implant placement — Dr. Albik uses your cone beam scans and x-rays as a guide to place your implant in the optimal location in your jaw.
• Healing period — Implant healing and osseointegration typically take several months. During this period, bone and tissue around the implant post heal and fuse with it, becoming part of your dental anatomy.
• Abutment and crown placement — After healing, an abutment is added to the implant post. Your custom crown is then attached to the abutment. We design your crown to match the color and shape of your natural teeth for a natural-looking, functional replacement tooth.

Are You a Good Dental Implant Candidate?

Dental implants have helped millions enjoy a complete, healthy smile and improved quality of life. If you are tired of living with the limitations of missing teeth, we encourage you to call our Elk Grove, CA, dental office to schedule an appointment.

Dr. Albik would be happy to meet with you to discuss your goals and see if you are a good dental implant candidate.