Dental Implants
Are missing teeth affecting your confidence?
At U9 Dental, we offer reliable dental implants to restore your ability to chew, speak, and smile with ease. Our experienced team is committed to helping you achieve your oral health and smile goals, no matter how long it’s been since your last dental visit. You can trust us to provide respectful, compassionate care at every stage of your treatment. With decades of experience and the latest dental technology, we make your implant experience as smooth and comfortable as possible. Ready to restore your smile? Our team is excited to meet you and build a trusting professional relationship
What Is a Dental Implant?
A dental implant is a prosthetic device used to replace missing teeth, improving both appearance and function. It consists of a titanium post (acting as the tooth root), an abutment, and a prosthetic tooth or teeth. Dental implants are designed to rejuvenate your smile and restore your bite. Our skilled team is trained in both placing and restoring implants, so you’ll receive comprehensive care throughout the entire process. We use advanced technology to ensure the implant procedure is efficient, precise, and comfortable. Our services include implant-supported crowns, bridges, and Hybridge® dentures. We also offer pre-implant treatments such as extractions, bone grafts, and sinus lifts to ensure optimal outcomes
Our Dental Implant Process
When you visit U9 Dental for dental implants, you’ll be welcomed by a caring team that prioritizes your comfort. Whether you've lost a tooth due to injury or require extraction for a damaged tooth, we’ll guide you through the process of restoring your smile. Your journey begins with a comprehensive dental exam using 3D imaging to evaluate your needs. If necessary, we may recommend bone grafts or sinus lifts to strengthen your jawbone. During the procedure, a titanium post is surgically placed into your jawbone, where it will fuse with the bone in a process called osseointegration. After healing, we’ll attach a custom prosthetic to the post, fully restoring your smile. Dental implants are the only solution that replaces both the root and crown of a tooth, making them a long-lasting and durable option.
Benefits of Dental Implants
Dental implants offer numerous benefits for your oral health and quality of life:
- The titanium post acts like a natural tooth root, stimulating the jawbone and preventing bone loss.
- Implants are a permanent solution. Even if the crown becomes damaged, only the restoration needs to be replaced, not the post.
- Implants restore bite strength, allowing you to enjoy your favorite foods. However, avoid using your implant on hard objects, such as opening bottles or cans.
- They help maintain facial structure by preventing bone deterioration, which can alter your appearance over time.
Implants are easy to care for, requiring regular brushing, flossing, and routine dental visits. Our team is here to answer any questions you may have and will provide all the information needed to make the best decision for your oral health. Don't let missing teeth hold you back. At U9 Dental, we can help you achieve a confident smile and optimal oral health with dental implants. Whether you're missing one tooth or several, we're ready to help.
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Immediate Dentoalveolar Restoration (IDR) Treatment
A Fast and Effective Solution
Immediate Dentoalveolar Restoration (IDR) is a breakthrough treatment that allows for the extraction and replacement of a tooth in a single visit. Unlike traditional methods that require multiple appointments, fittings, and procedures, IDR offers a streamlined, efficient approach, making it an ideal solution for patients seeking quick results without the hassle of extended treatment timelines. IDR is especially beneficial for dental sockets with complications or more complex issues that might otherwise delay replacement. This minimally invasive procedure allows you to leave the office with a restored smile in just one day. If you're considering IDR in Houston, our skilled team at U9 Dental is here to provide this quick and comfortable treatment.
How Immediate Dentoalveolar Restoration Works
During the IDR procedure, a small piece of bone is taken from the maxillary tuberosity (an area near where the wisdom teeth are located) in your upper jaw. This bone graft is crucial for ensuring a natural fit for the implant and helps expedite both the procedure and the recovery process. Once the bone is placed into the remaining socket, the implant is secured, and a crown is positioned, allowing the new tooth to fuse naturally with your jawbone.
Benefits of Immediate Dentoalveolar Restoration
One of the key advantages of IDR is its speed - significantly faster than traditional dental implant methods requiring fewer visits.
Additional benefits include:
- Faster Recovery: Thanks to the minimally invasive nature of IDR, recovery time is reduced.
- Simplified Bone Grafting- Bone is removed from the maxillary tuberosity, a simpler and less invasive process compared to traditional bone grafting methods that often use bone from the chin.
- Better Healing: The bone and gum tissue heal more quickly due to the quality of the bone fragment used from the maxillary tuberosity
- Cost-Effective: With fewer appointments and less need for refitting, IDR is generally more affordable than traditional dental implants. If you’re looking for an efficient and reliable solution for tooth replacement, Immediate Dentoalveolar Restoration may be the right choice for you.
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