Implant Dentistry
Our skilled dentist may recommend using a dental implant to completely replace your missing tooth. Implants restore both the root and the crown of your tooth, working to preserve your supporting bone structure, restore your smile, and give you back the ability to chew and speak with ease. To schedule your consultation with Dr. Stoiber and learn how implants in Mequon, Wisconsin, can improve your quality of life, please call Northshore Smiles today at 262-240-0405.
Implants are permanent, stable tooth replacements that can be used to replace one missing tooth, several missing teeth, or all of the teeth. The implant post, which is a screw made of titanium, is surgically placed in the jawbone at the site of the missing tooth. This replaces the missing tooth root and ensures that your dental restoration is stable.
A period of healing is then often required to allow the bone to begin to bond with the biocompatible post. Following this healing period, our dentist will place the implant restoration, or replacement tooth, which fits on top of the implant post. Depending on which teeth are missing and your personal dental needs, your implant restoration might be a dental crown, dental bridge, complete denture, or partial denture. Each implant restoration is custom made to fit your smile comfortably and aesthetically.
Replacing a missing tooth can restore your smile to optimal health, function, and appearance. An implant is a great option for restoring your smile because the implant is designed to look, function, and feel just like your natural teeth, and with proper care, it can last a lifetime. For more information about the benefits of implant dentistry, and to schedule your implant consultation, please call or visit us soon.
All-On-4® Dental Implants
Are missing teeth causing you to hide your smile? For patients who are missing most or all of their teeth in one or both of their dental arches, Dr. Stoiber offers All-On-4® in Mequon, Wisconsin. The All-On-4 system uses four implants to replace your entire dental arch, providing you with a stable, long-lasting and natural-looking restoration. If you are interested in learning more about replacing your teeth, we invite you to schedule a consultation with our dentist by calling Northshore Smiles at 262-240-0405.
All-On-4® is a revolutionary implant procedure that permanently replaces all of your teeth in the upper or lower dental arch, or both. This particular treatment option provides you with not only a natural-looking restoration but also a durable one that can last a lifetime! Traditional full-arch replacement procedures use between six and eight implants, whereas the All-On-4 system only uses four implants. Plus, traditional procedures typically only place few implants at a time, which means that your treatment can end up being as long as 18 months, during which you have to go about your life with an incomplete smile. At our practice, we believe that our patients should receive the care they need right away so they can enjoy the benefits of a healthy, complete smile.
The All-On-4 treatment stands out from traditional implant procedures and offers several benefits to our patients, including:
- Less invasive by using only four implants
- All implants are placed at once, so you only need one surgery
- Your dental restoration is attached to your implants at the time of surgery, so you do not have to leave our office without a complete smile
- Customized dentures and restorations for a natural-looking smile
- Less expensive than other treatments that require more implants
Many patients are good candidates for the All-On-4 treatment. During a consultation with our dentist, we will review your oral health and determine whether your mouth can support implants. If you have a few remaining teeth in a dental arch, our dentists may recommend that you have them removed prior to your implant procedure.
If you would like to schedule your consultation for All-On-4, we invite you to contact our practice today. We look forward to helping you regain your complete smile!
Guided Implant Placement
At Northshore Smiles, we are proud to utilize advanced dental technology to help us provide our patients with more efficient and comfortable treatments. If you are getting a dental implant, Dr. Stoiber may use a computer software system to plan your treatment. This system allows our dentists to plan exactly where your implant needs to be placed for ideal comfort and durability. As a result, your implant has a greater success of integrating with your jawbone and lasting a lifetime. If you would like to learn more about our guided implant placement, contact us today at 262-240-4005.
An implant is an artificial tooth root that is surgically placed in the jawbone at the location of the missing tooth. By replacing the missing tooth root, the implant provides a stable foundation for the replacement tooth and ensures that the restoration is lasting and lifelike. After the placement of the implant post, our dentists attach a restoration such as a dental crown, dental bridge, partial denture, or complete denture on top to fully restore your smile’s health, appearance, and function. You will be able to chew and eat comfortably, speak clearly, and smile confidently.
Our dentist and team are dedicated to providing you with the best possible care and results each time you visit our office. To accomplish this goal, we constantly update our office with the latest techniques and technology. We are pleased to offer computer-guided implant surgery, which is one of these state-of-the-art treatments. As the name suggests, this treatment utilizes computer software and computed tomography (CT) 3D imaging to aid in the placement of the implants. This helps to ensure that we achieve accurate, optimal placement for a tooth replacement that is strong and long lasting.
For more information about computer-guided implant surgery and how we can improve your smile through advanced techniques, technology, and procedures, we invite you to contact us today. We look forward to speaking with you soon!
Implant-Supported Dentures
If you are missing most or all of your teeth in a dental arch, or if you have a set of dentures that does not quite fit right, Dr. Stoiber is pleased to offer implant-supported dentures in Mequon, Wisconsin. This procedure combines the durability and stability of dental implants with the full-arch replacement of dentures. In the end, you can have a fully restored smile that stays in place and brings back your natural ability to eat, smile and speak. Contact our team at Nortshore Smiles today by calling 262-240-0405 to set up your consultation with our dentist.
If you are looking for a stable, lasting solution for replacing multiple missing teeth, our dentist may recommend implant-supported dentures. Implant-retained dentures are very similar in form to traditional dentures; however, they are stabilized by dental implants. Very often denture wearers complain that dentures become loose and “float” around the mouth, limiting their ability to eat and speak comfortably. Implant dentures are a cost-effective solution, and in many cases, we can actually retrofit an existing denture with implants.
The first step in anchoring your denture with dental implants is the placement of the implants. The implants, which are similar in appearance to screws, are surgically inserted into the jawbone in order to securely anchor your denture. While the specific number of implants required will depend on your individual needs, most cases require 4-6 implants per denture. Once the implants have been placed and allowed sufficient healing time, your denture is attached on top. This provides your denture with exceptional stability. In fact, many patients report that their implant-retained dentures feel and function more like their natural teeth.
For more information about implant-supported dentures and to schedule your next visit with our dentist, we welcome you to call or visit our office today.
Surgical Implant Placement
Implants are an innovative way to replace missing teeth, and our team at Northshore Smiles is pleased to offer several implant treatments for our patients. Each implant is surgically placed, and our dentist has the training and experience necessary to ensure that your treatment is successful. If you would like to learn more about how we surgically place dental implants in Mequon, Wisconsin, we encourage you to contact our practice at 262-240-0405.
Implants are a type of dental restoration that can be used to replace a single missing tooth, several missing teeth, or an entire dental arch. An implant is made up of three parts: the post, the abutment, and the restoration. The implant post is surgical inserted, or placed, into the jawbone where the missing tooth once stood. This post replaces the tooth’s roots and provides a more stable and permanent foundation for your restoration. Once the implant is properly inserted, the abutment is placed on top, which then attaches to the restoration, which is typically a crown, bridge, or denture.
Prior to the implant placement procedure, our dentist will evaluate your mouth and supporting structures to determine the right place and angle to insert the implant post. If your jaw bone is insufficiently strong to hold an implant, our dentist may recommend a bone graft prior to your implant surgery. This will strengthen your jaw bone and increase your chances of having a successful implant treatment.
For the implant procedure, our dentists will begin by cutting open the gum tissue over and around the area of the missing tooth. This will expose the bone underneath. Next, we will drill a hole in the jaw bone that is big enough to fit the implant post. The post is inserted deep into the bone, as it is replacing the tooth’s natural roots and needs to provide sufficient support. Once the implant is inserted, you will have a healing period to let the implant post integrate with the jaw bone. Afterwards, we will attach your restoration to complete your treatment.
If you have one or more missing teeth, we encourage you to talk with our dentist, Dr. Stoiber about implants. You can schedule your consultation by contacting our practice today.