Restore Your Smile with Dental Implants in Highlands Ranch
Get Your Smile Back!
Whether you’re replacing one tooth or looking for full-mouth reconstruction, you deserve something that looks and feels natural. People all over the Highlands Ranch area trust Dr. Twiss for implants–the #1 choice of dentists and patients alike for tooth replacement.
Stop being embarrassed by missing teeth.
You don’t have to hide your smile or suffer with reduced self-esteem. Dental implants help you regain a strong, natural-looking smile you’ll be proud of. Beyond that, they prevent other teeth from shifting out of place and help you avoid bone loss in your jaw–a critical benefit of implants. We’ve seen it all at Twiss Dental, and we understand the emotional and physical ramifications of missing teeth. We want you to regain your bold, confident, healthy smile.
What is it like to get a dental implant?
Start with a consultation. We’ll take X-rays to determine whether you are a good candidate for implant surgery–and, if not, how we can get you there. Before we begin, your gums need to be healthy and your jawbone needs to be strong. If needed, Twiss Dental will work with you on any additional procedures beforehand to prepare a strong foundation for your upcoming implants. If we identify cavities or signs of gum disease, we’ll also fix those issues before we proceed.
Once you are ready, our team will take an impression of your mouth to create a new tooth in a dental lab. Each synthetic tooth will match the size, shape and shade of your ideal natural teeth.
The next step is to implant a metal post under the gum line. The metal post is secured to the jawbone in order to create a durable, synthetic root system that rivals the strength of natural roots. Over the course of a few months, the metal post and jawbone will fuse together for durability that ensures your implant will last a long time.
After the fusion is complete, we will secure the new synthetic tooth to the metal post at the surface of the gums. The new tooth is attached so securely, you can eat your favorite foods, maintain an active lifestyle, play sports, and more. We know you will be thrilled with the results of your dental implants.
Implant-Supported Dentures
Patients who have lost all their teeth from one or both arches often worry that they’ll need to replace each individual tooth with an implant, but this is not the case! Even if you have no teeth at all, Twiss Dental can strategically place a few dental implants that secure a permanent or semi-permanent denture. This means you can get a durable implant-supported smile supported by just 4 to 6 implant posts per arch. Implant-supported dentures are a big step up from traditional dentures!
Caring for Dental Implants
Dental implants are as easy to care for as natural teeth. Teeth restored with implants will not get cavities, since a replacement tooth, or crown, does not decay like a natural tooth. However, you still need to brush and floss twice a day, caring for your implants the same way as your natural teeth. Professional cleanings and dental checkups twice a year are also essential.