Dental Implants Raleigh
The Pinnacle of Tooth Replacement
If you’re looking for a permanent solution for your missing teeth, then dental implants were made just for you. Dr. Wiggs has helped countless patients close the gaps and feel like themselves again using this state-of-the-art treatment. His skill and training enable patients to get everything they need under one roof, saving time while ensuring you’re always working with the clinician you know and trust. Come get your complete smile back and schedule your consultation today.
Why Choose Wiggs Family Dentistry for Dental Implants?
- Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists
- Dental Implant Placement & Restoration Under One Roof
- Practice Led by 2nd Generation Raleigh Dentist
What are Dental Implants?
Made of surgical-grade titanium, a dental implant is a prosthetic tooth root. Placed into the jawbone, it naturally melds with the tissue through a process called osseointegration. This makes the new root as strong and stable as a natural one, making it the ideal foundation for a patient’s new teeth that are placed on top.
The 4-Step Dental Implant Process
- Initial Dental Implant Consultation: Are dental implants right for you? You and Dr. Wiggs can find out together as he examines your mouth, consults your medical history, and asks about your goals.
- Dental Implant Surgery: Thanks to Dr. Wiggs expertise, he can complete the surgical portion of the treatment himself, meaning you don’t have to visit an unfamiliar specialist.
- Healing Period: Your implant(s) will need about four to six months to properly bond with your jaw, and once this is mostly done, abutments will be attached. These are what will connect the implants to your teeth.
- Delivery of Dental Implant Restoration(s): Your mouth has fully healed, which means it’s time to seat your new teeth onto the implants. After making a few final refinements, you are all good to go.
Benefits of Dental Implants
- Longevity: While traditional bridges and dentures last an average of 7-10 years, dental implants have an impressive 20+ year lifespan.
- Strength: Dental implants restore much more of a patient’s bite strength compared to traditional prosthetics, allowing them to enjoy a more varied (and nutritious) diet.
- Aesthetics: Because they don’t need attachments or plates to remain stable, implants mimic the look of real teeth in every way.
- Protection: Right now, dental implants are the only tooth replacement that actively guards against the jawbone loss that follows tooth loss.