Dental Implants in Murrieta & Temecula, CA

Dental implants are small screws made of titanium that are surgically inserted into your jawbone. Over time, your jawbone fuses securely around each implant. Once this has happened, your implants are permanently set in place and closely mimic the strength and function of your natural teeth.

How Are Dental Implants Placed?

Dental implants are surgically placed into the jawbone and replace the roots of missing teeth. Once the implant is securely in place, an attachment or abutment is placed on top of the implant. An artificial tooth, called a crown, is attached to the abutment, which serves as the replacement tooth.

What Are the Benefits of Dental Implants?

• Implants replace missing teeth from root to crown.
• They prevent bone loss by holding the jawbone intact and preventing deterioration
• They also prevent shifting teeth by filling in the gap left by the missing tooth.
• They restore chewing and speaking ability.
• They perfectly restore the aesthetics of your smile as the prosthetic crown can be customized to mimic the appearance of the natural teeth.

Is a Dental Implant Procedure Painful?

Dental implants are surgically placed into the jawbone and fuse with the natural bone over time. This procedure is minor and, in most cases, performed under local anesthesia. The dental implant procedure does not cause pain.

What Happens After a Dental Implant Procedure?

After your dental implant procedure, your oral surgeon or periodontist will prescribe an antibiotic and pain medication to help you recover in comfort. Patients can expect some swelling and pain around their new dental implant. However, these side effects are typically only temporary.

Most of the discomfort experienced after dental implants is the result of the healing process. Your dentist may prescribe a mouth guard to wear while your gums heal. Using this guard will help protect your implants from any force or pressure placed on them while you heal.

How Long Will Dental Implants Last?

Implants can last for a lifetime, as long as you take care of them properly. The key to implants lasting for a lifetime is maintaining good oral hygiene. You need to brush and floss your teeth twice a day. You also need to thoroughly clean your teeth after eating.

To find out more about the dental services offered at Pore Dental, call (951) 677-9104 or schedule an online consultation. You can also visit us at 29910 Murrieta Hot Springs Rd Ste R, Murrieta, CA 92563.