Missing teeth can make everyday tasks such as chewing and speaking difficult and even embarrassing.
Dental implants are widely considered the gold standard in tooth replacement. They are durable, biocompatible, and financeable.
Learn why dental implants are the preferred method of tooth replacement at our Montreal, QC, practice…
Dental Implants Look and Function Just Like Natural Teeth
Various studies show dental implants have a 95 percent or higher success rate. Most patients will only have to undergo implant treatment once in their lifetime.
Because implants anchor restorations such as dentures directly to your jawbone, they eliminate the need for adhesive and can look and feel more natural than traditional prosthetics.
After surgery, dental implants act as your tooth roots and carry regenerative signals to your jawbone. This helps prevent additional bone loss and restore volume to your facial features.
How Do Dental Implants Work?
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Dental Implant Candidates
Advancing techniques and technologies in the field of dentistry have helped more patients than ever access dental implant treatment at Montreal Smiles. Still, there are certain requirements for patients interested in dental implants. Candidacy requirements for dental implants include:
Dental Implants: Candidacy & Recovery
Dental implants replace lost tooth roots and support replacement teeth. At Montreal Smiles, we do an intraoral examination and 3D scan to determine if you are a suitable candidate. Pain or discomfort from the surgery shouldn't last for longer than a week.
Your jawbone can lose volume or strength due to prolonged tooth loss or facial trauma. Dr. Berbari can improve bone density in the jaw with an in-office bone graft or make room for the implants with a sinus lift.
Because smoking has been linked to an increased risk of surgical complications and implant failure, most doctors recommend that you quit smoking if you are considering dental implants.
Conditions such as poor periodontal health can increase your risk of implant failure. We can treat gum disease, poor bone density in the jaw, and other symptoms at our dental practice prior to your surgery.
Although diabetes is not a contraindication for surgery, patients with uncontrolled diabetes may experience slower healing and an increased risk of post-operative complications.
Dental implants are generally recommended for patients over the age of 18 because the smiles of children and teenagers are still developing, even after premature tooth loss.
I’m too embarrassed to do something about my missing teeth….
If You Are Missing Teeth, You're Not Alone
According to the Canadian Dental Association, approximately 6 in 100 Canadian adults have no remaining teeth. Dental implants can help you get the treatment you deserve.
How do I know if I qualify for dental implants?
Contact Our Dental Practice
Dr. Roni Berbari is a skilled dentist with three decades of experience in private practice. He personally performs preparatory bone augmentation, implant surgery, and all other stages of your implant treatment plan from the comfort of our Montreal office. He uses high-quality and durable ADSTRA implant materials, along with beautiful and natural-looking restorations to address tooth loss. To schedule your free implant consultation with a qualified dentist, contact our dental practice online or call Montreal Smiles at:
(514) 733-3933
Are Dental Implants Common among Patients with Missing Teeth?
*According to the American Academy of Implant Dentistry
Advanced Technology for Optimal Results
In order to determine that you are a good candidate, Dr. Berbari and his team will assess your medical history and oral health, and conduct 3D imaging of your jaw and teeth. Some of the technology we use to plan and perform your treatment include:
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Undergo the Implant Procedure in Comfort
In addition to the more common forms of anesthesia and dental sedation, such as numbing solution and oral sedatives, our dentist can administer intravenous conscious sedation at our Montreal office to make the procedure virtually pain-free.
Your Dental Restoration Options
We can treat a single missing tooth or widespread tooth loss.
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A Closer Look at Dental Implant Surgery
During the implant procedure at our Montreal office, Dr. Berbari will embed the titanium post into the jawbone.
How long is it going to take to achieve a complete smile?
Your Treatment Timeline Can Span Several Months
Extraction
Dr. Berbari can extract an infected or damaged tooth and perform a socket preservation graft to prepare the area for dental implants. In some cases, he can place an implant on the same day. But for most patients, we prefer to let the extraction site heal for two months prior to implant surgery.
Bone Augmentation
If your 3D images show that bone loss has occurred, we can perform an in-office bone graft or sinus lift. We have two types of grafts available. Autografts utilize bone from another part of your body while allografts use bone from a genetically similar organism.
Fusion of the Bone Graft
Your bone graft will fuse with your surrounding bone tissue over the next three to six months. This process is known as osseointegration. Once your graft is fully healed, we can perform implant surgery.
Dental Implant Placement
We will administer local anesthesia and in most cases, intravenous or oral conscious sedation. Dr. Berbari will place the titanium implants himself at our Montreal practice using a surgical guide to ensure the most accurate result. The length of surgery will vary depending on the number of implants, but most procedures are completed within one to two hours.
Dental Implant Osseointegration
With proper care, most patients are fully recovered within three to four months. To promote the integration of the implants with surrounding bone and tissues, you should avoid smoking and maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Abutments
When you are fully healed, you will come back to our office to receive your abutments. We will also take impressions on the same day.
Fabricating Custom Restorations
Your impressions will be sent to a local lab where a skilled lab technician will carefully craft your crowns, bridges, or dentures to fit precisely and complement your features.
Delivery
A few days later, you will come back to our practice so that we can attach your final restoration. We can make minor adjustments as needed, and then you can leave our Montreal office with a complete and beautiful smile.
The final results? See for yourself...
Dental Implant Before and After Photos
Caring for Your New Smile
Once you receive your final restoration, it is important to exercise good dental care. To maintain good oral health and prevent dental problems, follow these tips:
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Brush your teeth, restorations, and gums thoroughly at least twice a day. In addition, it is important to floss daily to remove built-up plaque between the teeth and along the gum line.
Special tools such as interproximal brushes, a water flosser, angled brushes, and more offer additional cleaning benefits by accessing more difficult-to-reach areas.
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Patients should attend dental exams at least once every six months. During these exams, we can check on the health of your mouth and the integrity of your restoration so we can administer timely treatment.
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At-home oral care is important, but plaque and tartar can still build up in several areas of the mouth. During cleanings, we remove debris so patients can enjoy a cleaner mouth and fresher breath.
So what exactly will dental implants cost me?
The Cost of Dental Implants Varies from Patient to Patient
Although many patients worry about the cost of dental implants, a single tooth implant is less expensive than a traditional dental bridge and does not require the alteration of healthy surrounding teeth. Although the cost of your treatment will depend on your individual circumstances and additional associated costs, the cost breakdown is generally:
$210
$1,795
$1,895
Contact Our Dental Practice for an Estimate
We offer free consultations for dental implant patients. Schedule a consultation to find out if you are a candidate for treatment and get your custom price quote. Contact our dental practice online or call us in Montreal at:
(514) 733-3933
Dental Implant Financing
Our practice also offers several financing options and will work with you to find a plan that fits your budget. Some of your options include:
- 12 equal payments with 0 percent interest
- 24 equal payments with 5 percent service charge and zero percent interest
- 48 and 60 equal payments with 8.9 percent interest
Dr. Roni Berbari
Dr. Berbari and his team can perform your entire dental implant treatment from start to finish in one office. To provide every patient with the highest level of care, Dr. Berbari continuously undergoes advanced training in implant dentistry, surgical techniques, and cosmetic dentistry.
Start working towards the smile you have always wanted today. Schedule your free dental implant consultation by contacting us online or calling us at (514) 733-3933.
