Dental Implants in Saginaw, MI

We have six offices conveniently located in Central Michigan to serve our patients. Our oral surgeons place dental implants and perform implant-based restorations at all of our locations.

Dental implants can replace one or more missing teeth. They are the only tooth replacement solution that maintains jaw bone integrity, thus protecting your oral health over time. A dental implant is made of a medical-grade titanium post, a connecting abutment, and a crown. These parts work together to replicate a natural tooth, both in appearance and in function.

The team of oral surgeons at Greater Michigan Oral Surgeons & Dental Implant Center specialize in implant dentistry. We want to help our patients achieve a healthy and complete smile that they can be proud of. To start your journey to a happier, healthier smile, contact our office in Saginaw, MI, to schedule an appointment.

Replace a Missing Tooth

A tooth’s root stimulates the jaw bone, which keeps it strong and healthy. If you don’t replace a missing tooth, the jaw bone will begin to deteriorate, leading to facial sagging and nearby teeth shifting out of position. A dental implant post fuses to the jaw bone, functioning just like a natural tooth to keep the bone sturdy and prevent atrophy.

A healthy jaw with stable teeth promotes healthy gums, which reduces the risk of periodontal disease. This disease occurs when the gums become infected and can lead to further decay. Dental implants placed by our surgical team will ensure your oral health is taken care of.

If you've been missing a tooth for a long time, we can place a bone graft to help regrow areas of deteriorated bone in the jaw. This way, there will be enough bone to support the implant.

Types of Dental Implants

There are several types of dental implants to consider when replacing a missing tooth or teeth. Your treatment will be modified to meet your exact oral health needs.

• Single Implants. One dental implant is used to replace one missing tooth. This can be repeated as many times as you need throughout your mouth.
• Implant-Supported Bridge. This replaces several teeth that are missing beside each other in the dental arch. Traditional bridges require the neighboring teeth to be sanded down in order to fit the prosthesis, while dental implants can support the bridge instead and protect your other teeth.
• Immediate Implants. If you’re having a tooth removed, we can place the implant post into the empty socket immediately following extractions. This reduces the number of surgical procedures necessary for restoration.
• Full-Arch Restoration. Dental implants can support permanent dentures in one or both arches of teeth, resulting in a brand new, fully functioning smile. The results are life-changing and allow you to live with a completely new smile while the dental implants act as tooth roots to keep the jaw healthy.

Our team of surgeons are experts in implant dentistry and will help determine the right course of action for restoring your smile.

Dental Implant Surgery

During your first visit, your surgeon will outline the details of your procedure and help select the right anesthesia for you. On the day of your surgery, your doctor will make a small incision in the gum tissue and place the implant post.

Over the next few months, the post will fuse with the jaw bone. Once you have healed enough, the abutment is placed, and once fully healed, a restorative dentist will place the crown. This entire process takes anywhere from 4 to 6 months, and we provide post-operative instructions to guide you through every step of your recovery.

Cost and Value of Dental Implants

The cost of your dental implant will depend on how many you need, your insurance, if you need extractions or bone grafts, and your choice of anesthesia. We will outline the cost for your treatment at the consultation so you know exactly what to expect.

Many patients turn to dental implants to restore missing teeth because they look and feel natural. They have a 98% success rate and can last a lifetime when cared for properly.

Removable dentures are often uncomfortable and must be replaced every 5 years. Dentures can cause sores, and many people find it an inconvenience to remove them during eating and brushing. Similarly, removable bridges must be specially cared for and replaced every few years.

While these options may seem cheaper upfront, they can lead to complex and costly procedures in the future to restore bone structure and functionality. It is clear that by choosing dental implants, you can restore your smile with ease and confidence that it will remain healthy for years to come.

Replace Missing Teeth in Saginaw, MI

Greater Michigan Oral Surgeons & Dental Implant Center is the premier practice for restoring missing teeth in Flint, Saginaw, Bay City, Owosso, Oxford, and Midland, Michigan. Contact our office in Flint to schedule an appointment with our oral surgeons and highly skilled staff.

Denture Replacement With Dental Implants

If you wear dentures, our surgeons can eliminate the need for clunky, removable prostheses by securing replacement teeth with dental implants. Full-arch restoration provides a fixed arch of teeth and all the benefits of implant-based tooth restoration, such as jaw bone loss prevention and stability. Traditional dentures do not prevent jaw bone loss and can cause oral sores, whereas fixed dentures with dental implants remain secure in your mouth at all times and feel completely natural.

Many patients who wear dentures often turn to implants because they are more convenient, look and feel natural, and restore oral function. Dental implant treatment is customized to your needs and is great for patients looking to replace full or partial dentures. If you wear dentures and are looking for a better, healthier option, contact us to learn more about denture replacement in Saginaw, MI.