Dental implants in Villeray: replace a missing tooth for good
Dental implants in Villeray, Montreal, at Oral-Dent Villeray on Rue St-Hubert, five minutes from Metro Jarry. An implant is an artificial titanium root placed in the jawbone. Once integrated, it carries a fixed crown that brushes and feels like a natural tooth.
Who it is for
- One missing tooth, or a tooth that has to be extracted.
- Several missing teeth: implants can carry a bridge or stabilize a denture.
- Enough bone to hold the implant. If the bone is thin, a graft is sometimes possible, and we tell you at the evaluation.
- Healthy gums. A gum problem is treated first.
Tobacco, poorly controlled diabetes and some medications lower the chance of success. We talk about it frankly at the exam, case by case.
The steps
- Evaluation with X-rays. We measure the bone, check the gums and the bite, and you get a plan with a written estimate.
- Implant placement under local anesthesia. The visit usually takes about an hour.
- Healing: three to six months, the time for the bone to fuse with the implant.
- Impression and fabrication of the crown in the shade of your teeth.
- Crown placement. From there, the implant brushes like a tooth.
Cases that need a major bone graft or complex surgery are referred. We tell you at the first visit.
Care
- Brushing and flossing like your other teeth. The implant does not get cavities, but the gum around it can get infected if neglected.
- Regular follow-up and cleaning.
- Well maintained, an implant lasts many years.
Payment
You get a written estimate before you decide. Payment plans are available for implants, and we bill your dental insurance directly for the covered portion. We talk about it at the evaluation, no pressure.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take in total?
Often between four and eight months from placement to the final crown, depending on healing. If an extraction or a graft is needed first, add a few months.
Is it painful?
Placement is done under local anesthesia. Afterwards, a few days of discomfort that common pain relievers control.
How much does it cost?
The cost depends on the number of implants, the restoration chosen and whether a graft is needed. You get a detailed plan and a written estimate before deciding, and payment plans are available.