Dental Implants

Waterford Dental Team on Highland Road plans and restores dental implants for patients in Waterford, Clarkston, Pontiac, White Lake and West Bloomfield. Every implant starts with a 3D CBCT scan taken right in our office, so your treatment is planned precisely before it begins.

Dental Implants Details

What Is a Dental Implant? A dental implant is a small titanium post placed in the jawbone to replace the root of a missing tooth. Over a few months it fuses with the bone, creating a strong base for a crown, bridge or denture that looks and works like a natural tooth. 3D CBCT Imaging in Our Office Waterford Dental Team uses cone beam CT (CBCT), a 3D x-ray, to plan every implant. A regular x-ray shows two dimensions. A CBCT scan shows the height, width and density of your jawbone and the exact location of nerves and sinuses, so the right implant size and position are chosen before placement. The scan takes less than a minute. Why Choose Dental Implants?

• Stable: no slipping or clicking like a loose denture
• Long-lasting: with good care, implants can last for decades
• Protects your jaw: an implant helps keep the bone from shrinking where a tooth is missing
• Natural look and feel: matched to your other teeth
• Easy care: brush and floss like a natural tooth Implant Options Implants can replace a single tooth, support a bridge for several missing teeth, or hold a denture securely in place. Your dentist will recommend the option that fits your needs. What to Expect

1. Consultation and 3D CBCT scan in our office
2. Implant placement by a trusted specialist we work with
3. Healing, usually three to six months (longer if a bone graft is needed), while the implant bonds with your jawbone
4. Your custom crown, bridge or denture is made and attached here at Waterford Dental Team Schedule an Implant Consultation Missing a tooth? Call Waterford Dental Team or book online to find out if dental implants are right for you. We'll review your insurance benefits and payment options at your visit.