Already have a dental implant placed by a specialist? Dodge Center Family Dentistry completes the final step, placing a custom crown or prosthetic on your existing implant for a natural-looking, fully functional smile.
A dental implant restoration is the process of attaching a custom-made crown, bridge, or prosthetic to a dental implant that has already been surgically placed in your jawbone. The implant itself is a small titanium post that acts as an artificial tooth root. The restoration is the visible part, the tooth you see and use every day.
Think of it in two stages. First, a specialist (such as an oral surgeon or periodontist) surgically places the implant into your jaw. After the implant has healed and integrated with the bone, you visit Dodge Center Family Dentistry for the second stage, where we design and attach your permanent crown or prosthetic.
The result is a replacement tooth that looks, feels, and functions like a natural tooth. Implant restorations are one of the most reliable and long-lasting options in modern dentistry for replacing missing teeth.
It is important to understand the distinction between implant placement and implant restoration, as they are two separate procedures performed by different providers.
At Dodge Center Family Dentistry in Dodge Center, we specialize in the restoration phase. We work closely with trusted oral surgery specialists in the Rochester area to coordinate your care from start to finish.
Dodge Center Family Dentistry does not perform implant placement surgery. We focus exclusively on implant restorations, placing the final crown or prosthetic on implants that have already been placed by a specialist. If you need implant placement, we will refer you to a trusted oral surgeon or periodontist and coordinate your care so that the process is seamless.
Our implant restoration process at Dodge Center Family Dentistry is designed to be efficient, precise, and comfortable. Here is what to expect at each stage.
We examine your implant site to confirm the implant has fully integrated with the bone and is ready for restoration. We review your medical history and take any necessary X-rays.
We take precise impressions of your implant and surrounding teeth to ensure the restoration fits accurately and comfortably.
Your impressions are sent to a dental lab where your custom crown or prosthetic is crafted to match the shape, size, and shade of your natural teeth.
Once your restoration is ready, we attach it to the implant abutment. We check your bite, make any needed adjustments, and ensure a comfortable, secure fit.
You may be a candidate for an implant restoration if:
Whether you had your implant placed in Rochester, the Twin Cities, or anywhere else, Dodge Center Family Dentistry can complete your restoration. We accept patients from Dodge Center, Rochester, Kasson, Byron, Mantorville, and communities throughout southeast Minnesota.