Dental Implants in Traverse City & Petoskey, MI

Restore Your Healthy, Complete Smile With Dental Implants

Missing teeth can make daily life a challenge, especially when it comes to enjoying a meal or smiling at social events. If you’re looking to boost your self-esteem by filling the gaps in your smile, dental implants may be the ideal solution for you. These natural-looking tooth replacements are made of durable materials and can last a lifetime with proper care.

At Northwood Dental, our implant dentist Dr. Brian Klym has years of education and experience when it comes to dental implant placement. Learn more about dental implants and how you may benefit.

What Are Dental Implants?

Dental implants are attached directly to your jawbone, making them fully functioning and stable tooth loss solutions. The implant fixture is finished with a customized dental crown for a natural-looking and durable restoration. We also offer All-On-X implants, which can replace multiple teeth with implant-supported prosthetics arches.

Dental implants offer various short- and long-term benefits to your oral and general health. With implant fixtures, you can improve your confidence and enjoy your favorite foods without worrying about your restorations coming loose.

Benefits of Dental Implants

When you choose to restore your smile with dental implants, you’ll be able to enjoy a host of benefits, including:

• Durability and longevity
• Natural-looking appearance
• Healthy jawbone growth support
• Improved appearance
• Easy maintenance
• Preserved facial shape

Candidacy for Dental Implants

Patients missing one or more teeth may benefit from a dental implant solution. Dr. Klym typically recommends implant fixtures to patients with:

• Missing teeth
• Ill-fitting dental bridges or dentures
• Severely decayed teeth
• Irreparably damaged teeth

To qualify for dental implants, patients must have sufficient jawbone density and good oral health. Because tooth loss usually results in jawbone deterioration, some patients may need to undergo a supplemental procedure before receiving implants. Schedule a consultation with our implant dentist to learn more about your implant candidacy.

The Dental Implant Process

Initial Consultation

Your journey to a restored smile starts with an in-office consultation. Dr. Klym will evaluate your teeth, gums, and jaw to determine if implants are right for you. We offer single, multiple, and full arch replacements at both of our convenient Michigan locations.

To ensure accuracy, we use our Itero 2 scanner to take 3D images of your teeth and gums. The scanner allows for more precise images and can simulate what your mouth will look like with dental implants. Based on this information, Dr. Klym creates a customized treatment plan to make sure you receive the best implant solution for your specific needs. 

Implant Placement

After taking digital images for more accurate implant placement, Dr. Klym will attach the implant posts directly to your jawbone. This will then begin the process of osseointegration, in which your implants fuse with your jaw for a sturdy fit that’ll last a lifetime. Dr. Klym will then place a temporary restoration to protect the implant site while you recover.

Final Restoration Placement

After the healing process for osseointegration, which typically lasts three to six months, you’ll return to our office to receive your dental restoration. Dr. Klym will remove the temporary restoration before fitting you with your permanent prosthetic. After ensuring it fits comfortably and naturally, he’ll attach it to your implant, completing your smile and boosting your confidence!