Implants

When natural teeth are lost or are not able to be saved, quality of life can often be improved and enhanced with the integration of dental implants and implant-retained teeth. Esthetically pleasing replacement teeth that not only look, but feel and function like natural teeth, can be fabricated and custom-fit to accommodate different types of dental implants. These may be single-tooth implants, or a series of implants to replace multiple missing teeth, followed by the fabrication of dentures or partial dentures that fit over the implants. There are also options for “fixed” restorations for multiple implants; these prosthetics are a more permanent solution and are not removable by the patient.

Dr. Tapia works very closely with each patient’s implant surgeon to determine the best treatment options for each patient considering dental implants. This interoffice communication is vital in order to achieve the highest level of function and esthetics.