Dental ImplantsIn Olney
Missing teeth can affect the way you eat, speak, smile, and feel day to day. Dental implants are designed to replace both the visible tooth and the root beneath it, creating a strong foundation for a natural-looking restoration. With proper care, implants can provide lasting support for comfortable chewing, clear speech, easy maintenance, and renewed confidence in your smile.
Why should I choose dental implants?
Dental implants offer more than a way to replace a missing tooth. They help restore strength, stability, and confidence by anchoring directly into the jawbone. Because of this secure foundation, implants can make everyday moments like eating, speaking, and smiling feel more natural again.They also support your long-term oral health by helping prevent jawbone shrinkage after tooth loss. While implants can be a larger upfront investment, they are one of the most durable and reliable tooth replacement options available, with a natural look and feel that can last for years with proper care.
One office. Every step of your implant care.
From your first consultation through final restoration, Dr. Nwanya manages your entire implant process at Lagos Dental Centre. That means a precise treatment plan, a custom restoration, and a dentist who knows your case inside and out from day one.
Consultation
Treatment Plan
Custom Restoration
Ceramic Implants
Ceramic implants are a metal-free alternative to traditional titanium implants, designed for patients who prefer a biocompatible solution that contains no metal components whatsoever. For patients with metal sensitivities, autoimmune considerations, or a preference for a more holistic approach to their care, they offer a clinically sound path to a complete smile without compromise.
Single-Tooth Implants
Missing a single tooth affects more than your smile. It changes how you bite, how adjacent teeth shift over time, and how your jawbone maintains its density without a root to support it. A single-tooth implant addresses all of it, replacing the missing tooth from the root up with a permanent, natural-looking restoration.
All-on-X Implants
All-on-X is a full-arch implant solution that replaces an entire row of teeth with a fixed, permanent restoration supported by as few as four strategically placed implants. For patients who have experienced significant tooth loss or are facing full-arch extractions, it offers a complete smile, restored function, and a quality of life that traditional dentures simply cannot match.
Immediate Implants
Traditionally, implant placement required waiting months after an extraction before the site was ready. Immediate implants change that. When conditions allow, Dr. Nwanya can place your implant the same day as your extraction, reducing overall treatment time and getting you to your final restoration sooner.
Surgical Guides
Surgical guides are custom-fabricated tools that tell Dr. Nwanya exactly where to place your implant before a single incision is made. Designed from your 3D CBCT scan, they translate your treatment plan into a physical guide that ensures placement is precise, predictable, and exactly where it needs to be.
Prosthetic-Driven Implant Placement
Prosthetic-driven implant placement is the difference between an implant that simply fills a gap and one that functions and looks completely natural. Dr. Nwanya plans every case around the final restoration from the very beginning, so your result is never left to chance.
Bone Grafting
When it comes to ensuring the longevity and functionality of your dental implants, proper preparation is key. Dr. Nwanya brings extensive expertise in bone grafting, a vital procedure for enhancing bone density and supporting implant stability.
No Guess-Work, More Comfort
With cone-beam computed tomography, or CBCT technology, we give our patients peace of mind. This reliable technology ensures precise placement for increased patient comfort and better overall outcomes.
The Benefits of Dental Implants
Restored Function
Dental implants are designed to function like natural tooth roots, giving your restoration the support it needs for comfortable biting, chewing, and daily care.
Personalized Treatment
Each implant restoration is custom-made to match the color, shape, and size of your surrounding teeth, helping it blend naturally with your smile.
Long-Term Oral Health Support
Implants stimulate the jawbone, preventing bone loss after a tooth is missing, protecting both your oral health and facial structure over time.
The Implant Treatment Process
Implant Placement
Implant Placement
Once your treatment plan is finalized, the implant is placed into the jawbone where the missing tooth root once was. The area is then cleaned and closed so the healing process can begin. This crucial step creates the stable foundation your future restoration will rely on.
Healing Begins
Healing Begins
After placement, the implant needs time to bond with the surrounding bone. The gum tissue typically begins healing within the first couple of weeks, while the deeper integration process can take several months. We will schedule follow-up visits to ensure your healing stays on track.
Smile Restored
Smile Restored
Once the implant has fully integrated, a custom restoration is created to match your surrounding teeth. This restoration is attached to the implant with a small connector piece, completing your new tooth with a secure, natural-looking result.
FAQ's
Frequently Asked Questions
Check out these frequently asked questions, or call us to speak with our team.
A single tooth implant is a permanent solution for one missing tooth. A titanium post is placed into the jawbone to act as a tooth root, topped with a custom crown that restores the visible part of the tooth. Because the implant fuses with the bone, it doesn't rely on neighboring teeth or removable parts. It looks natural, feels comfortable, and stays secure while you eat, speak, and smile.
Dental implants are made from medical-grade titanium, which bonds with the jawbone during healing for lasting strength and stability. The restoration on top is custom-designed for your smile, and once in place, the two work together to replace the missing tooth completely.
Dental implants are known for lasting many years, and with proper care, the implant can often last for decades. The crown attached to the implant may eventually need to be replaced because of normal wear, but the implant itself is designed to provide long-term support. Good home care, routine dental visits, and healthy gum tissue all play an important role in protecting your implant over time.
Yes, infection around a dental implant can happen, although it is not common when the implant is cared for properly. Brushing, flossing, following aftercare instructions, and keeping up with recommended checkups can help reduce your risk. If you notice tenderness, swelling, bleeding, or discomfort around an implant, it is best to schedule an evaluation promptly.
Dental implants preserve bone by stimulating the jawbone the way a natural tooth root does. Dental implants preserve bone by stimulating the jawbone the way a natural tooth root does. When a tooth is missing, the bone in that area no longer receives pressure from chewing and begins to shrink. By replacing the root, an implant maintains bone density and supports the natural shape of your face.
In some cases, an implant and temporary tooth can be placed on the same day, depending on your bone health, the location of the missing tooth, and your overall treatment needs. The implant will still need time to heal and bond with the bone before your final custom restoration is placed. A consultation is the best way to find out if same-day treatment is right for you.
