Dental Implants – Burlington, MA

What Are Dental Implants?

A dental implant is a tiny titanium post that is inserted in the gums in the area where the missing tooth’s root structure was. Once placed, the post naturally fuses with the jawbone in a process known as osseointegration. After the implant is secure several months later, a metal abutment connector is placed on top, allowing us to secure your custom dental crown, bridge, or denture into your smile.

For most patients, dental implants are the best way to replace missing teeth. They stay firmly anchored in the jaw, preventing the slipping that notoriously occurs with traditional dentures. They replenish more chewing power than dentures and bridges, letting you eat all of your favorite foods with ease. Best of all, their foundation in the jaw allows them to last for decades, possibly even a lifetime. This makes them the most cost-effective tooth loss solution in the long run!

Benefits of Dental Implants

Unlike traditional dentures and bridges, dental implants don’t require any preparation or removal of your natural teeth in order to restore the complete function and appearance of your grin. Because of their unique placement in the jaw, dental implants offer benefits that other solutions cannot.

Made from Natural-Looking Materials

Restorations held in place by dental implants are made of completely natural-looking materials such as gum-colored acrylic, porcelain, and ceramic. These materials resemble the natural appearance of tooth enamel and can be customized to match the color of surrounding teeth. This makes them virtually indistinguishable from the rest of your smile, so you can remain confident talking, laughing, and eating.

Maximized Function & Stability

Each implant-supported restoration will be held in place by a titanium post that’s fused to your jawbone. This allows your replacement teeth to function like normal, preventing any unwanted shifting or slipping that makes it difficult to complete everyday tasks that chew foods. Plus, unlike traditional dental crowns and bridges, ones retained by implants won’t impact the health of your surrounding teeth because they don’t need to be secured to them.

Preservation of the Jawbone

When the roots of missing teeth in Burlington no longer stimulate the jawbone, your body will allow it to deteriorate because it’s not needed. Unfortunately, this can result in a change in facial structure such as droopy and saggy skin. Leaving missing teeth unreplaced can also result in the surrounding natural teeth drifting out of place to fill the gaps. Because dental implants are able to naturally fuse with the jawbone through a process called osseointegration, they’re able to replace the entire structure of teeth and provide much-needed blood flow and stimulation to the jawbone, preventing it from becoming weak and deteriorated.

Understanding the Cost of Dental Implants

Dental implants have risen in popularity over the past decade and are now the premiere tooth replacement option for eligible candidates. Nothing else offers nearly as many lasting benefits -- and, of course, that quality comes at a cost. Keep reading to learn more about all the factors that will determine the price of dental implants, how to make the procedure more affordable, and how visiting our one-stop-shop for implant dentistry can help you save!

Factors Influencing Dental Implant Cost

Dental implants are placed surgically using state-of-the-art technology and only the highest-quality materials. It is typically a two-stage process that requires several visits to our office as well as anesthesia to keep you comfortable during the placement. Additionally, preliminary procedures may be required to create the right environment before the implant posts can be placed.

There is no fixed price for dental implant procedures, and the grand total will depend on a few things. During an implant consultation, Dr. Kostas will consider the following to determine just how much you should expect to budget for your tooth replacement:

• The number of teeth being replaced: Dental implant posts are individually priced, which means that the extent of the tooth loss will have perhaps the greatest impact on the total cost of the procedure.
• Where in the jaw the teeth are located: Teeth in the front of the smile require special aesthetic considerations, which can make these more expensive to replace than molars and premolars.
• Preliminary procedures: A bone graft, sinus lift, or other treatment may be required before the dental implants can be placed. These procedures increase the chances that the placement will be successful, but add to the total cost of the procedure.

How to Make Dental Implants Affordable

No matter the price, dental implants can fit comfortably within most budgets. Talk to our team about how to save. Dental insurance usually does not cover the cost of the dental implants themselves, but you may be able to receive some discounts on certain aspects of the procedure. Patients who do not have dental insurance can also opt for third-party financing through options like CareCredit, which allows you to make smaller payments at the pace that suits your budget best.

Comprehensive Dental Implant Care

Patients who visit Complete Dental Care benefit from the fact that Dr. Kostas and our team offer full-service dental implant care, from initial placement to the final restoration. When you are able to visit just one practice for all of your dental implant needs, you won’t have to worry about driving all over to see multiple specialists for different aspects of the procedure. That can save you a great deal of time, stress, and money -- a great deal all around!