Dental Implants in Durham, NC
Missing teeth can affect your confidence, speech, and ability to enjoy your favorite foods. At TriPoint Dental, we provide state-of-the-art dental implant solutions that look, feel, and function like natural teeth. Our practice, conveniently located just one mile from SouthPoint Mall, offers comprehensive implant services to patients from Durham, Chapel Hill, and Raleigh who want permanent, natural-looking tooth replacement options.
What Are Dental Implants?
Dental implants are titanium posts surgically placed into the jaw bone to serve as artificial tooth roots. These biocompatible anchors provide a stable foundation for replacement teeth, whether you're missing a single tooth, multiple teeth, or an entire arch. The implant fuses with your natural bone in a process called osseointegration, creating a durable, long-lasting solution.
Unlike traditional bridges or dentures that sit on top of the gums, implants integrate with your jaw bone, preventing bone loss that typically occurs after tooth loss. This preservation of bone structure helps maintain facial contours and oral health in the long term, making implants the gold standard in tooth replacement.
Our Dental Implant Services
As your dentist in Durham, we offer comprehensive implant services to address various tooth replacement needs:
- Single Tooth Implants: Replace one missing tooth with a single implant and custom ceramic crown that blends seamlessly with your natural teeth.
- Implant-Supported Bridges: When several adjacent teeth are missing, implant-supported bridges provide a stable, fixed solution without affecting healthy neighboring teeth.
- Implant-Retained Dentures: Stabilize full dentures with strategically placed implants for improved comfort, function, and confidence compared to traditional removable dentures.
- Traditional Implant Placement: Our experienced team has specialized training from the Durham Triangle Dental Institute in traditional implant placement techniques, ensuring precise results for optimal function and aesthetics.
The Dental Implant Process
As your family dentist in Durham, we utilize advanced technology and a methodical approach to ensure successful implant outcomes:
- Comprehensive Evaluation: Using our state-of-the-art CBCT imaging system, we create detailed 3D images of your oral structures to assess bone quality and quantity, and precisely plan implant placement.
- Personalized Treatment Planning: We develop a customized implant strategy based on your specific needs, oral health condition, and aesthetic goals, explaining all aspects of the process before beginning treatment.
- Precise Implant Placement: The implant is surgically placed into the jaw bone using careful techniques to ensure optimal positioning for long-term success and natural appearance.
- Healing and Integration: Following placement, the implant requires time to integrate with the jaw bone, typically 3-6 months, before the final restoration can be attached
- Custom Restoration: Once integration is complete, we place a custom-crafted ceramic crown, bridge, or denture specifically designed to complement your natural teeth and facial features.
Benefits of Dental Implants
Dental implants offer numerous advantages over traditional tooth replacement options:
Permanence
With proper care, dental implants can last decades or even a lifetime, unlike bridges or dentures that typically require replacement every 5-10 years.
Natural Function
Implants restore nearly 100% of your natural chewing ability, allowing you to enjoy all your favorite foods without restrictions.
Bone Preservation
Implants stimulate the jaw bone, preventing the deterioration that normally follows tooth loss, and helping maintain facial structure and oral health.
Independent Support
Unlike traditional bridges, implants don't rely on adjacent teeth for support, preserving the integrity of your natural teeth.
Improved Confidence
Secure implants eliminate concerns about slipping dentures or visible gaps, allowing you to speak, eat, and smile with complete confidence.
Why Choose TriPoint Dental for Implants?
When considering dental implants, experience and technology make all the difference in your results. Our dental team brings specialized training from the Durham Triangle Dental Institute to every implant procedure, utilizing advanced CBCT imaging and digital scanning technology for precise planning and placement. We handle all aspects of your treatment in one convenient location, from initial evaluation through final restoration.
Start Your Journey to a Complete Smile
Don't let missing teeth affect your quality of life any longer. TriPoint Dental is ready to help restore your smile with the durability and natural appearance of dental implants. Contact our office today to schedule your implant consultation and discover how our personalized approach can help you regain a complete, confident smile that lasts.
