Dental Implants: Restoring Your Smile and Confidence
Posted on 2/24/2026 by OM |
 A missing tooth can have a significant impact on your life, affecting more than just your smile. It can impact your confidence, speaking ability, and chewing function. The solution is a dental implant, which offers long-lasting functionality and smile restoration. At Smile More Spokane Family Dentistry, Dr. Bryan Hill handles our dental implants and provides patient-centric care to make the implant process comfortable and effective.
Who Can Benefit from Dental Implants
Dental implants are ideal for adults with healthy gums and adequate bone density, providing a permanent solution that looks, feels, and functions like natural teeth. Unlike bridges or dentures, implants do not rely on neighboring teeth for support, helping preserve the health of your remaining teeth.
The Dental Implant Process
The process starts with a comprehensive exam, imaging, and evaluation to ensure you are a good candidate for an implant.
If an existing broken or unrestorable tooth needs to be removed to make room for the implant, the first procedure will be the extraction of the non-restorable tooth. Bone graft material is then placed in the void to preserve the structure of the jaw. Once the bone graft has fully integrated, the implant is surgically placed and naturally fuses with the jawbone over several months.
After healing, a custom abutment and crown are attached, completing the treatment. Throughout the process, our team emphasizes patient comfort to assure a smooth, positive experience. The entire process can take up to about a year to allow for proper healing and integration.
Benefits of Dental Implants
Dental implants provide many benefits, including:
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a natural appearance and improved smile aesthetics
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enhanced chewing ability and speech
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preservation of jawbone and facial structure
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long-term durability with proper care |
Maintaining Your Implants
Just like natural teeth, implants require regular brushing, flossing, and dental check-ups. While dental implants can seem expensive—typically around $5,000 without insurance or discounts—they represent an investment in the functionality and health of your teeth. Implants are extremely strong, allowing you to chew foods like steak, apples, and other favorites with ease. Unlike partials, dentures, or other non-fixed replacement options, implants preserve your jawbone, prevent resorption, and eliminate many of the common hassles of temporary solutions. Dental implants can last a lifetime if you care for them, giving you a confident smile and peace of mind throughout the years to come.
Restore Function, Confidence, and Your Smile
Dental implants are an incredible solution restoring function, confidence, and oral health. If you are considering implants, our team at Smile More Spokane Family Dentistry is poised to guide you through the process with compassion and expertise.
Give us a call at (509) 468-4040 or SCHEDULE ONLINE for a dental implant exam with Dr. Bryan Hill and take the first step toward your beautifully restored smile. |
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