Dental Implants in Potomac

At Dental & TMJ Specialists of Greater DC, we are proud to offer dental implants and many other dental procedures to the residents of Potomac and the surrounding areas. Whether you’re looking for a simple dental checkup or a more complex procedure, our team is here to ensure you leave us with perfect oral health.

About Potomac

Potomac is a town in Montgomery County in southern Maryland and has a population of around 46,000 residents. It’s named after the nearby Potomac River and is part of the Washington D.C. metropolitan area. Many of the residents of Potomac work in Washington, D.C. and northern Virginia. Potomac is also home to a number of high-quality schools and was the setting for the Bravo reality show, The Real Housewives of Potomac. Potomac is also known for its luxury homes, many dining, shopping, and entertainment opportunities, and the numerous outdoor activities around the Potomac River.

What are Dental Implants?

Dental implants or dental implant surgery involve replacing the root of the tooth with an artificial root (usually made of titanium). The missing or damaged teeth are also replaced with artificial, natural-looking teeth on the dental implant. Implants are often a great alternative when dentures and bridges are not desirable or not appropriate.

While dental implant surgery is considered an outpatient procedure, it can take one visit or a few visits, a few months apart. To start, we remove the damaged tooth and, if necessary, prepare the jawbone with grafting. Next, our team will place the implant and allow time for the bone and implant to fuse well to each other (implant integration). You’ll come back to the office and we’ll place the abutment and the artificial tooth/teeth.

The process sometimes takes several months because we need to wait for the healing process at the surgical site and new bone growth in the jaw.

Who is a Candidate for Dental Implant Surgery?

Many patients are good candidates for dental implants, but there are some criteria our team follows to determine if this procedure is right for you.

Dental implants in Potomac is a hot topic: it comes up a lot in discussions with our neighbors. They ask us if they are good candidates for dental implants – so good candidates are:

• In generally good health
• Have one or more missing teeth
• Have a fully grown jawbone
• Have enough bone to secure the implants, or can have bone grafting
• Have healthy tissues in the mouth
• Willing, if needed, to commit several months to the process
• Nonsmokers
• Looking for a perfect, beautiful smile

Dental Implant Placement Benefits

When discussing dental implants in Potomac with our neighbors, we discuss that they offer several benefits, including the following:

• Boost in confidence: Many patients notice a significant boost in their confidence after dental implants. They smile more and love the improved functionality of their teeth.
• Natural-looking results: With dental implants at Dental & TMJ Specialists of Greater DC, you can expect completely natural-looking results. Your new artificial teeth will look like your natural teeth and seamlessly tie in to the rest of your smile.
• Long-lasting results: With proper care and regular checkups, your dental implants typically last a lifetime.
• Improved oral health: With dental implants, so many aspects of your oral health will be improved. The surrounding teeth are much less likely to shift. You are much less likely to have bone loss in your jaw, and you’ll improve your bite.
• Improve your general health: Health can be improved by having better chewing ability and having the ability to have a more diverse and healthy diet

Schedule a Consultation

Looking to address missing teeth? Dental implant placement may be the perfect solution for your needs. To learn more and start the process, don’t hesitate to schedule a consultation today. Call our office or message us via our online contact form. We can’t wait to help you achieve a beautiful and healthy smile.