Implants - Willmar, MN Dentist

Willmar Family Dentistry
1016 First St. South
Willmar, MN 56201
(320) 235-2010
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What are Implants?

Dental implants are tiny medical grade titanium posts. These posts are placed into the jaw bone by Dr. Jorgenson during removal of a tooth root or by him surgically accessing the jaw bone. The bone bonds with the titanium post, which will create a strong foundation for new porcelain crowns and fixed or removable dentures.

Implants

With the advances in implant dentistry, teeth that have been lost or severely damaged can now be completely replaced with tooth replacement implants. Even dentures that fit poorly can be stabilized with dental implants, restoring both the ability to chew effectively and alow patients to speak with confidence once again.

As member of the AO (Academy of Osseointegration) and Board Credentialed member the AAID (American Academy of Implant Dentistry) Dr. Jorgenson's commitment to continuing education and advanced training keeps him in the forefront of dental implant surgery and the ever changing innovations of this challenging field of dentistry.

The Surgical Procedure

First, Dr. Jorgenson will place the implant within your jaw bone. For the first three to six months following surgery the implants are beneath the gum surface bonding with the jaw bone. Patients wear temporary crowns during this phase. After this healing phase Dr. Jorgenson will then uncover the dental implant and attach a small post, which will act as anchors for artificial teeth or crowns. When the artificial teeth or crowns are placed, these posts will not be seen. The entire procedure usually takes 4-6 months. Most dental implants can be placed at the same time as tooth extraction.

Are You a Candidate for Dental Implants?

If you are considering dental implants, your mouth must be examined thoroughly and your medical and dental history reviewed. If your mouth is not ideal for dental implants, ways of improving outcome such as bone grafting may be recommended. Please call our office for a complimentary implant evaluation.