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The Foundation of Forever Smiles: Complete Guide to Dental Implants & Bone Regeneration

At SmileZone of Irving, we fuse surgical precision with regenerative science to replace missing teeth at the root level. We achieve very high success rates through advanced bone management and computer-guided placement. Discover how implants become your strongest, most natural-looking teeth!

1. Dental Implant Placement: The Titanium Root

What It Solves:

  • Single/multiple missing teeth
  • Loose dentures
  • Jawbone preservation

The 4-Step Process:

Phase 1: Digital Master Planning

  • 3D CBCT Scan: Maps bone density/nerves (0.1mm accuracy
  • Surgical guide: 3D-printed guide for flapless surgery

Phase 2: Precise Implant Placement

Technique
Incision
Healing Time
Best For
Flapless
None (punch)
3-4 months
Adequate bone
Minimally Invasive
5-8mm
4-6 months
Moderate bone loss

Phase 3: Osseointegration

  • Healing Timeline: 4-6 months
  • Bioactive Surface: Nano-coated titanium attracts bone cells

Phase 4: Final Restoration

  • Abutment Connection: Zirconia/titanium base
  • Crown Fabrication: Monolithic zirconia for strength
  • Bite Optimization: Digital occlusal analysis

2. Guided Tissue Regeneration (GTR): Building Your Foundation

When Needed:

Regeneration Techniques:

A. Socket Preservation

Procedure:

  • Extract tooth with minimal trauma
  • Fill socket with:
  • Bovine bone mineral (90% success)
  • Cover with collagen membrane
  • Suture for primary closure

B. Ridge Augmentation

  • Healing: 2-3 months before implant placement
  • Sinus Lift
  • Key Approaches:
  • 1. Lateral Window: Access through cheek side
  • 2. Vertical lifting – Osteotome: Minimal access through socket

Implants vs. Alternatives

Solution
Pros
Cons
Dental Implant
Prevents bone loss, permanent
Surgical procedure
Bridge
Non-surgical
Grinds adjacent teeth
Denture
Affordable
Accelerates bone loss
Tooth socket filled with bone graft material and collagen membrane.

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FAQs

Can I get implants with diabetes/smoking?

Yes with protocols: HbA1c <7.5%, smoking cessation 4 weeks pre/post-op. Success drops from 98%→94%.

How painful is implant surgery?

Most patients report 2/10 pain (less than extraction).

Ice compression sleeves

What if my body rejects implants?

Titanium allergies are extremely rare (<0.6%). We offer zirconia implants for metal-free options.

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