Looking for a solution for lost teeth in Spokane? Dental implants are the most advanced and reliable solution for replacing missing teeth. At Avenue Dental Group in north Spokane, Dr. Navdeep Virk and Dr. Gregg Liedtka provide comprehensive dental implant care designed to restore your smile’s function, appearance, and long-term health.
Unlike removable dentures or traditional bridges, dental implants replace both the visible tooth and its root—creating a stable, natural-feeling foundation that looks and functions like your own tooth.
What Are Dental Implants?
A dental implant is made up of three components:
- Titanium implant post placed in the jawbone to act as a replacement tooth root
- Abutment that connects the implant to the restoration
- Custom dental crown designed to match your natural teeth
Through a process called osseointegration, the implant fuses with the jawbone over time, creating exceptional strength and stability.
Benefits of Dental Implants
Dental implants offer advantages that no other tooth replacement option can match:
- Long-lasting, often lifetime durability
- Preservation of jawbone and facial structure
- Natural appearance and comfortable fit
- Full chewing ability without slipping or clicking
- No need to alter neighboring healthy teeth
Because implants stimulate the jawbone, they help prevent bone loss that commonly follows tooth loss.
Who Is a Candidate for Dental Implants?
Many of our patients are excellent candidates for dental implants, even those who have been missing teeth for years. Ideal candidates for dental implants typically have:
- One or more missing teeth
- Healthy gums
- Adequate jawbone density (or the ability to support bone grafting)
- Good overall oral health
At Avenue Dental Group, we use advanced 3D digital imaging to evaluate your bone structure and determine the best implant plan for long-term success.
The Dental Implant Process
Your implant journey begins with a comprehensive consultation and personalized treatment plan with our skilled team. The process of receiving dental implants typically includes:
- Implant placement
- Healing and osseointegration
- Placement of a custom crown
Each step is carefully planned to ensure comfort, safety, and predictable results.
Implant Solutions at Avenue Dental Group
At Avenue Dental Group, we design each dental implant treatment plan based on how many teeth you are missing, your oral health, and your long-term goals. Our north Spokane implant dentists offer several implant-supported solutions to restore your smile with strength, comfort, and confidence.
Single Tooth Dental Implants
If you are missing just one tooth, a single dental implant is the most natural and long-lasting replacement option. A titanium implant is placed in the jawbone and topped with a custom crown that blends seamlessly with your surrounding teeth – without affecting the neighboring healthy teeth.
Implant-Retained Bridges
For patients missing multiple teeth in a row, implant-retained bridges offer a stable, fixed alternative to traditional bridges. Instead of relying on adjacent teeth for support, implants anchor the bridge securely in place, preserving jawbone health and restoring full chewing function.
Implant-Retained Dentures
Implant-retained dentures are ideal for patients missing most or all teeth in their upper or lower arch. These dentures are secured to dental implants, eliminating slipping and discomfort while significantly improving stability, comfort, and confidence compared to traditional removable dentures.
Implant-Retained Removable Dentures
For patients seeking enhanced stability with the flexibility of a removable option, implant-retained removable dentures provide the best of both worlds. These dentures snap securely onto implants for improved function and comfort, but can still be removed for easy cleaning.
Restore Your Smile with Confidence
If you are missing one or more teeth and want a permanent, natural-looking solution, dental implants may be right for you. Avenue Dental Group proudly provides advanced implant dentistry to our patients throughout Spokane, WA, and beyond.
Schedule a consultation today to learn how dental implants can restore your smile, comfort, and confidence.
