If you are looking for an implant dentist near you, we can help.
Magnolia Dental Spa dentist Dr. Lane Barker has completed advanced training in implant procedures and has helped many of his patients replace missing teeth with implant crowns, bridges and dentures.
A dental implant is a small, cylinder-shaped titanium post that is placed in the jawbone to serve as a replacement for a tooth. It functions as the foundation for a prosthetic restoration, such as a crown or a bridge. Multiple dental implants are often used to secure dentures or partial dentures.
Dental implants offer a number of solutions to rebuild your smile! Dental implants are ‘integrated’ into the jawbone, which means you have a secure, stable foundation for replacing one or more teeth.
Dental implants can address a number of dental problems, including:
A dental implant procedure is very similar to other types of routine dental surgery. We provide dental imaging, implant placement and restorative services in the comfort of our Athens dental office. We also offer dental sedation options for your complete comfort.
Planning your Dental Implant Procedure
During your initial consultation and complete examination, Dr. Barker will talk with you and recommend options to restore your smile with dental implants.
Dr. Barker may take a special dental x-ray using cone beam computed tomography or CBCT. CBCT imaging tools assist Dr. Barker in looking more closely at the jawbone to identify the best location for your dental implant, as well as evaluate the bone health to determine if bone grafting procedures may be needed. Choosing sites with healthy jawbone levels for the dental implant aids in healing and long-term stability of the implant.
For cases with multiple implants, Dr. Barker may use CBCT imaging and Cerec® 3D technology to design a surgical guide. A surgical guide is custom mouth appliance that is used during the dental implant placement procedure to insert the implants at pre-defined locations in the jawbone.
At your implant procedure visit, we will offer you a variety of spa amenities to relax you, such as aromatherapy or a warm blanket.
Dental implants are placed under a local anesthetic; we also have sedation options for patients that prefer to be in a deeply relaxed state during the dental implant procedure.
Once you are totally comfortable and the area is fully numb, Dr. Barker will insert the dental implant into the pre-designated area. He may use a surgical guide for multiple implants or if the final restoration has very specific site location requirements.
Following implant placement, Dr. Barker will cover the implant or place a temporary restoration to protect the area. The implant site is allowed to heal for a few weeks to several months, depending on the location in the mouth and the type of restoration.
The goal of implant healing is to promote new jawbone growth around the implant (osseointegration). This growth is similar to securing a fence post with a concrete base, we want the implant to stay firmly in place and support the new restoration.
The cost of dental implants can vary, depending on the number of implants and the type of restoration needed. For most patients, the cost of a single dental implant restoration is comparable to other similar replacement procedures, such as a dental bridge.
The best way to obtain a cost for your dental implant is to Reserve an Appointment with Dr. Lane Barker for a dental implant consultation. During this visit, Dr. Barker will spend one-on-one time with you to discuss options to restore your smile and will provide you with a treatment plan. Your treatment plan will include fees for the dental implant procedure, as well as any other options available.
We also have dental financing available with CareCredit® and can research your insurance plan to determine how your dental implant services may be covered.
Athens implant dentist Dr. Lane Barker and Team are ready to assist you with information and recommendations - please Contact Us to make an appointment for your dental implant consultation today.