How Do Dental Implants Work? Your Guide from Bonaventure Dental Care

Summary of this video by Dr. Justin Bonaventure

Dr. Bonaventure explains that dental implants are titanium posts that bond naturally with the bone, creating a secure foundation for replacement teeth. Thanks to digital planning, surgery is quick, precise and surprisingly comfortable, with little to no pain or swelling afterward. Implants look and function like natural teeth, allowing you to brush and floss normally. For full arch cases, patients receive a temporary set of teeth on the day of surgery and a polished final set a few months later, so you’re never without a confident smile during the process.

How Do Dental Implants Work? Your Guide from Bonaventure Dental Care

When you envision a confident smile, what do you see? At Bonaventure Dental Care in Baton Rouge, LA, we picture a world where everyone shares their brightest smile with ease and assurance. Dental implants are key to making that vision a reality for those missing teeth. But how do dental implants work? Together, we can explore this transformative solution and see why our patients trust us to restore their smiles.

Understanding Dental Implants

Dental implants have revolutionized dentistry by providing a permanent solution that mimics the look, feel and function of natural teeth. Fundamentally, an implant serves as a replacement for a tooth root, anchoring a new tooth in place. Dr. Justin K. Bonaventure, DDS, shares, “Implants are generally made of titanium. They go into the bone, and the bone grows to them. The bone osteointegrates and grows around the implant. So, an implant is a fixation in the bone that a tooth can attach onto.”

The Implant Process Explained

Consultation and Planning: Your journey begins with a thorough consultation at Bonaventure Dental Care. We use digital guides to determine optimal implant placements. These guides are planned on a computer before your visit, ensuring precision and reducing surgery time.

Surgical Placement: The implant is surgically placed into the jawbone. Thanks to the lack of nerve endings in the bone, post-operative pain is minimal. As Dr. Bonaventure notes, “Post-operative pain with implants is almost zero. It’s impressive because the bone has no nerve endings, so implants aren’t going to hurt.”

Healing and Integration: Over a few months, the bone will grow around the implant, during a process called osseointegration. This creates a sturdy foundation for a replacement tooth.

Crown Attachment: Once healed, an abutment is attached to the implant, and a custom-made crown is placed atop. The crown matches your natural teeth, completing your smile restoration. They can be flossed and brushed just like regular teeth.

Flexible and Reliable

Dental implants are not a one-size-fits-all solution. At Bonaventure Dental Care, we tailor each treatment to fit your specific needs and ensure you leave with a smile you’re proud to show. A patient shared, “I was afraid to see a dentist. I was self-conscious of my smile and scared it would hurt. Dr. Justin made me feel very comfortable. He explained things. I had no pain. There was a payment plan for my implants. I give 5 stars.”

Why Choose Bonaventure Dental Care?

Choosing a dental provider can feel overwhelming, but here’s why Bonaventure is your best choice for dental implants.

We believe everyone deserves personalized care in a welcoming environment. And our state-of-the-art facilities and digital planning guarantees precise and efficient implantation.

Dr. Bonaventure and his team are renowned in Baton Rouge for their expertise and dedication to patient satisfaction. “Dr. Bonaventure is Baton Rouge’s GREATEST DENTIST! He’s kind, caring, personable and professional,” said one happy patient.

Full Mouth Solutions

For those needing extensive work, we provide complete arch solutions. Dr. Bonaventure shares, “For full arch cases, you get a preliminary set, a surgical day set and maybe a training set. Then, about four months later, you get your final set. It’s always nice to have two sets of teeth.”

Take Action on Your Smile Today

You deserve a smile you’re proud to share every day. At Bonaventure Dental Care, we’re here to help you achieve just that. Whether you’re considering implants for a single tooth or a full mouth restoration, don’t hesitate to take the next step. Contact us today at [dmd-phone] or visit our office at 13431 Tiger Bend Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70817 to schedule your appointment. We can’t wait to see you smile.

Dr. Justin K. Bonaventure, DDS – Author Bio

Dr. Justin K. Bonaventure, DDS, is a distinguished dental professional renowned for his expertise in the field of dental implants. As the leading dentist and owner of Bonaventure Dental Care in Baton Rouge, LA, Dr. Bonaventure is celebrated for delivering exceptional dental care with a compassionate, patient-focused approach. With a commitment to integrating cutting-edge technology with proven techniques, he ensures precision and comfort in each procedure, particularly in the realm of dental implants. His depth of knowledge and gentle demeanor have earned him a reputation as a trusted authority in restoring smiles with implants, earning heartfelt gratitude and five-star reviews from his patients. Dr. Bonaventure’s passion for dentistry is matched only by his dedication to making every patient feel valued and confident in their dental health journey.