Dental Implants in Scarborough
Explore your options for replacing missing teeth.
Missing teeth can affect how you eat, speak, and feel about your smile. Dentistry at Sullivan offers dental implant consultations in Scarborough to assess your needs and discuss suitable replacement options.
CBCT 3D imaging is available when additional diagnostic information is needed for treatment planning.
What Are Dental Implants?
Dental implants are artificial tooth roots placed in the jawbone to support a replacement tooth or dental restoration.
Implants may be used to replace:
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One missing tooth
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Several missing teeth
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Multiple or all missing teeth in suitable cases
For a single missing tooth, an implant can support a crown without relying on neighboring natural teeth for support, unlike a traditional tooth-supported bridge.
An implant restoration may include the implant, an abutment that connects the implant to the restoration, and the replacement tooth.
Whether dental implants are suitable depends on factors such as your gum health, available bone, remaining teeth, bite, general health, and treatment goals.
For independent information, see the Canadian Dental Association’s dental implant guide.
Dental Implant Options
The type of implant treatment you need depends on how many teeth are missing, the condition of your mouth, and your treatment goals.
Single Tooth
Implants
A single implant can support a crown that replaces one lost tooth without relying on neighboring natural teeth for support.
Multiple Dental Implants
When several teeth are missing, multiple implants may support individual restorations or an implant-supported bridge, depending on your needs.
Full-Arch Implant Restorations
If most or all teeth are missing in an arch, implants may support a larger restoration when this approach is appropriate.
Implant-Supported Dentures
Dental implants can support some dentures to provide additional stability compared with a conventional removable denture.
Explore denture options at Dentistry at Sullivan.
Are Dental Implants Right for You?
Dental implants are not automatically suitable for everyone. An assessment helps determine whether the implant site and your oral health can support treatment.
Your dentist may consider:
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The health of your teeth and gums
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The amount and condition of available jawbone
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The number and location of missing teeth
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Your bite and remaining teeth
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Your general health and healing considerations
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Your preferred tooth-replacement option
If another dental problem needs attention first, your dentist can explain what should be treated before implant placement.
Having a tooth missing for some time does not necessarily rule out an implant. The condition of the area and available bone need to be assessed first.
What Happens at Your Dental Implant Consultation?
At Dentistry at Sullivan, Dr. Sepideh Maleki and the dental team use your consultation to understand your needs, assess the area, and discuss your options.
Discuss Your Goals
You’ll discuss your missing tooth or teeth, concerns, expectations, and what you want from your replacement treatment.
Evaluate Your Oral Health
The team checks your teeth, gums, bite, and missing-tooth area to identify issues that may need attention before treatment.
Assess the Implant Site
Your dentist evaluates the missing-tooth area and available bone to determine whether the site may support an implant.
Use Imaging When Needed
X-rays or CBCT 3D imaging may be recommended when additional information is needed to assess the implant site or surrounding structures.
Compare Your Options
Dr. Maleki explains suitable implant options and discusses alternatives, such as bridges or dentures, when appropriate for your needs.
What Happens During the Dental Implant Process?
Once you decide to proceed, treatment involves several stages. The exact steps depend on your oral health and whether additional treatment is needed.
1. Prepare the Treatment Site
If needed, tooth extraction, bone grafting, or other dental treatment is completed before the implant can be placed.
2. Plan Implant Placement
Our dentist will analyze the exam and any additional testing and plan the site and approach for the implant.
3. Place the Implant
The implant is surgically placed in the jawbone under local anesthesia once the area has been prepared for the implant.
4. Let it Heal
The implant needs time to heal in the place it was placed before the final restoration can be attached.
5. Complete the Restoration
Once implant healing is adequate, the crown, bridge, or denture is attached as planned to replace the missing tooth.
Will You Need a Bone Graft?
Not everyone needs one.
After tooth loss, the jawbone in that area can change. If there is not enough suitable bone to support an implant, bone grafting may be recommended before implant placement.
Whether you need a graft depends on the condition and location of the bone.
Learn more about bone grafting and other dental services.
Are Dental Implants Painful?
Dental implant placement is performed using local anesthesia to keep you comfortable during the procedure.
Some soreness, swelling, or discomfort can occur afterward. Recovery depends on the type of treatment and whether additional procedures were needed.
Your dental team will provide aftercare instructions for your specific procedure.
If you experience significant or persistent pain, swelling, bleeding, or other concerns after treatment, contact your dental office.
How Much Do Dental Implants Cost in Scarborough?
There is no single cost for dental implants because treatment varies from patient to patient.
The total cost may depend on:
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The number of implants required
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The type of restoration
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Whether a tooth needs to be extracted
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Whether bone grafting or other treatment is required
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Diagnostic imaging
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Laboratory and restoration costs
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The number of treatment stages and appointments
The clinic can provide a more specific estimate after your examination and treatment plan are established.
Dental implants may cost more than some other tooth-replacement options, and coverage varies between dental plans. Check your specific plan to understand what may be covered.
Dental Implants vs. Bridges vs. Dentures
Dental implants are one of numerous options for replacing lost teeth. We can assist you in comparing the possibilities according to your dental health, number of missing teeth, objectives, and budget.
How Do You Care for Dental Implants?
Dental implants still need regular care. To maintain your implant and surrounding tissues:
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Brush your teeth regularly
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Clean around the implant and restoration
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Floss or use other cleaning aids as recommended
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Attend regular dental examinations and cleanings
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Follow your dentist’s aftercare instructions
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Report persistent pain, swelling, bleeding, or looseness
Good daily hygiene and regular dental visits help your dental team monitor the implant and surrounding tissues.
What Are the Risks of Dental Implants?
Dental implant treatment involves surgery, so there are potential risks and complications.
Depending on your case, these may include:
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Bleeding
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Infection
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Discomfort
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Numbness or injury to nearby structures
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Sinus-related complications
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Failure of the implant to integrate with the bone
Before treatment, your dentist should explain the potential benefits, risks, alternatives, and expected outcome so you can make an informed decision.
Frequently asked questions
Lifetime Warranty
If your implant breaks, we’ll fix it at no cost
If you are considering replacing a missing tooth or teeth, a dental implant consultation can help you understand which options may be suitable for you.
Dentistry at Sullivan is located at Unit 102, 3123 Sheppard Ave E, Scarborough, ON M1T 3J7, near Sheppard Ave E and Hwy 404. Free parking is available at the rear of the clinic.