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Dental Implants services offered in Beaverton, OR
Dental implants can replace natural teeth, filling in gaps with the stability of titanium and lasting for years to come. Once your dental implant is ready for a beautiful finish, Lillian Liu, DMD, and the team at U & I Smile in Beaverton, Oregon, offer meticulous, natural-looking restorations. These custom-made teeth blend seamlessly and restore your ability to bite, chew, and smile with confidence. To learn more about dental implants and high-quality restorations, call U & I Smile or request a consultation online today.
Dental Implants Q&A
What are dental implants?
A dental implant fills in for a missing tooth, preventing gaps in your smile and protecting your jawbone. A small titanium post replaces the tooth roots and fuses with the bone over time.
Once your implant post heals, Dr. Liu’s expertise in beautiful restorations comes into play. She attaches a crown that looks like a natural tooth and perfectly completes your smile.
What are the benefits of dental implants?
Dental implants look and feel natural, so you don’t have to be distracted or self-conscious about differences between restorations and your real teeth. You can smile, speak, and eat easily because implants don’t slip or click like dentures.
There are also benefits below the surface. Missing teeth lead to bone loss over time, but implants stimulate the area and prevent that. They’re also long-lasting, with the titanium post integrating permanently and the crown lasting 15-25 years (or even longer) with good dental hygiene.
Dental implants fit easily into your life, requiring only your usual brushing and flossing.
Am I a good candidate for dental implants?
Dr. Liu is happy to discuss your options and may recommend dental implants if you:
- Are missing one or more teeth
- Want a more stable, permanent solution than dentures
- Need to replace a severely damaged tooth
- Have issues with speaking or chewing
- Feel self-conscious about your smile
If you have healthy gums and sufficient jawbone, Dr. Liu may refer you for a dental implant and discuss your restoration options once it heals.
What happens during the dental implant process?
Getting your dental implant requires several months and a minor surgical procedure to implant the titanium post. Your surgeon numbs the area, creates a small incision in your gums, and places the implant. Then they carefully close the incision with stitches and give you detailed recovery instructions.
After 3-6 months, once the post has stabilized, you visit U & I Smile for the finishing touches. Dr. Liu attaches an abutment (a small connector post) and your custom-made bridge, denture, or crown. She ensures everything feels and looks natural and keeps you comfortable throughout the process.
For a low-maintenance and attractive solution to missing teeth, schedule your dental implant consultation at U & I Smile. Call the office or book one online today.