Restorative dentistry
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Dental implant procedure
Implant treatment is a sequence of decisions and appointments, not just the placement of a post. Evaluation, preparation, surgery, healing and restoration may take place at different visits. Your plan depends on the site, your health and the replacement teeth being designed. Ask your clinician to explain each stage before treatment begins.
1. Evaluation and a restorative plan
The team reviews your goals, health history, teeth, gums and bite. X-rays or three-dimensional imaging may be selected when clinically indicated. The intended crown, bridge or denture helps guide the implant plan. Discuss alternatives, individual risks, costs and who will provide each stage of care.
2. Preparation when needed
Some plans require an extraction, treatment of gum disease or bone grafting first. These procedures may require their own healing period. Ask whether the implant will be placed at the same time as another procedure or later, and what temporary replacement may be appropriate while you wait.
3. Implant placement
Before surgery, confirm the site, planned restoration, anesthetic approach and consent discussion. The clinician prepares the site in the jaw and places the implant in its planned position. A healing component or gum closure may protect the area. The approach varies; ask which parts of the procedure apply to your plan.
4. Healing and follow-up
The bone needs time to develop stable support around the implant. Healing can take several months and may be affected by grafting, health and the site. Follow your own written instructions for cleaning, food, medication and activity. Keep the scheduled checks; the appearance of the gum alone does not tell you when an implant is ready for its final tooth.
5. Connector, records and final teeth
When the clinician determines the implant is ready, an abutment and restorative records help prepare the final teeth. Impressions or digital scans may be used. The crown, bridge or denture is checked for fit, bite, appearance and cleaning access. Ask what adjustments and review appointments are included.
6. Ongoing maintenance
Professional monitoring and daily cleaning continue after the restoration is fitted. Components may wear or loosen, and the surrounding tissues need care. Ask how to clean your particular design and when to return. Contact your dental provider promptly if an implant or restoration feels loose or painful.
Informed decisions
Plan your treatment and care
Dental implant cost factors
Know which stages and components to discuss in your estimate.
Explore your options →Dental implant recovery and maintenance
Prepare for healing, follow-up and long-term maintenance.
Explore your options →Repair and replace teeth
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Composite dental fillings
Repair limited decay or damage with a tooth-colored restoration.
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Compare fixed replacement options for one or more missing teeth.
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Understand when a tooth may need broader coverage and support.
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Compare full, partial and implant-supported denture concepts.
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See how extensive restorative needs can be organized into phases.
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Dental implants
Compare replacement options, benefits, risks and long-term care.
Read the guide →Dental implant candidates
Understand what an implant evaluation considers.
Read the guide →Options for missing teeth
Compare implant, bridge, removable and no-replacement paths.
Read the guide →Implant-supported dentures
Understand removable and fixed implant-supported designs.
Read the guide →Single-tooth dental implants
Connect implant placement, crown design and maintenance.
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Learn how several teeth may be replaced with an implant bridge.
Read the guide →Full-arch dental implants
Review fixed and removable full-arch planning and tradeoffs.
Read the guide →Immediate dental implants
Separate immediate placement, loading and final restoration decisions.
Read the guide →Dental implants vs. bridges
Compare surgery, tooth preparation, cleaning and future repair.
Read the guide →Dental implants vs. dentures
Compare fixed and removable choices for missing teeth.
Read the guide →Dental implant problems and failure
Recognize concerns, evaluation and possible next steps.
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Costs and your next conversation
Ask for an itemized estimate and confirm the office, clinician and appointments involved. An online appointment request starts a conversation; the office must confirm your visit.
Insurance and payment information →Questions after treatment?
Follow your treating clinician’s written instructions. Call that team directly about pain, a loose component or another concern; do not wait for a website form response. For a life-threatening emergency, call 911.
Contact the office →Margate · Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
Start with your preferred office
Confirm the treating clinician, the services available and where each surgical or restorative appointment will take place.
Margate
100 FL-7, Suite 300, Margate, FL 33063(954) 532-127402 / YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD OFFICE
Lauderdale-by-the-Sea
236 Commercial Boulevard, Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, FL 33308(954) 568-8928Call to confirm current hours, availability and services at this office.
Your questions, answered
Does same-day placement mean same-day final teeth?
No. Placement, a temporary tooth and the final restoration are separate decisions. Each depends on clinical conditions; same-day treatment is not suitable for every case.
Will every person need a bone graft?
No. Your clinician assesses the existing bone and the proposed implant site before recommending preparation.
How many appointments will I need?
The number depends on preparation, healing and the restoration. Ask for a case-specific sequence, including follow-up and what could change the schedule.
Get ready for your visit
Organize your paperwork, questions and next steps.
Further reading
General education does not replace an examination or an individual recommendation. These independent patient resources explain implant treatment and considerations.