Replace Missing Teeth With Strong, Natural-Looking Support
Missing teeth can affect more than your smile. They can make it harder to chew comfortably, change the way your bite functions and contribute to changes in the jawbone over time. Dental implants provide a stable, long-term option for replacing missing teeth and rebuilding your smile.
At Henrietta Family Dental, Dr. Soliman provides both dental implant placement and restoration in Rochester, New York. Because implant treatment is completed in-house, Dr. Soliman can evaluate your needs, plan the surgical placement and restore your implant as part of a coordinated treatment plan.
Ready to find out whether dental implants are right for you? Call 585-424-3310 to schedule a consultation.
What Is a Dental Implant?
A dental implant is a small post placed in the jawbone to replace the root of a missing tooth. After the implant has integrated with the surrounding bone, it can support a dental restoration that replaces the visible portion of the tooth.
Dental implants may be used to replace a single missing tooth or provide support for larger restorations, including certain implant-supported dentures. Because the implant is anchored in the jaw rather than resting only on the gums, it can provide strong support for everyday biting, chewing and speaking.
Benefits of Dental Implants
Dental implants are designed to restore both the appearance and function of missing teeth. Depending on your needs, potential benefits include:
- Stable support for a replacement tooth or restoration
- Improved ability to bite and chew
- A natural-looking replacement for missing teeth
- Support for maintaining jawbone in the area of a missing tooth
- No need to rely on neighboring teeth for support in some cases
- A long-term tooth replacement option with proper care
- Improved stability for certain implant-supported dentures
Every patient is different. Dr. Soliman will explain which benefits are realistic for your specific situation and whether implant treatment is the most appropriate option.
Experienced Implant Dentistry From Dr. Ihab Soliman
Dr. Ihab Soliman has practiced dentistry since 2011 and provides both the surgical and restorative phases of dental implant treatment. He has placed and restored more than 1,000 dental implants and has completed hundreds of hours of continuing education focused on implant dentistry.
His advanced training also includes hands-on clinical education involving dental implants, oral surgery and related procedures. Dr. Soliman provides implant placement, bone grafting and other surgical care in-house, which allows him to consider the condition of your teeth, bone and future restoration together when planning treatment.
His broader experience in restorative dentistry, oral surgery, tooth extractions and full-mouth rehabilitation can also be valuable when implant treatment is part of a more comprehensive dental plan.
Learn more about Dr. Ihab Soliman.
Who Is a Candidate for Dental Implants?
Many adults with one or more missing teeth may be candidates for dental implants, but successful treatment depends on more than the number of teeth you are missing.
During your consultation, Dr. Soliman will evaluate factors such as:
- Your overall oral health
- The condition of your gums
- The amount and quality of available jawbone
- The location of the missing tooth or teeth
- Your medical history and medications
- Your existing bite and remaining teeth
- Your long-term restorative goals
If there is not enough bone to support an implant initially, additional treatment such as bone grafting may be considered.
3D Imaging and Digital Implant Planning
Careful planning is an important part of dental implant treatment. Henrietta Family Dental uses advanced dental technology, including cone beam 3D imaging, to evaluate the jaw, available bone and surrounding structures when appropriate.
Dr. Soliman also uses digital implant-planning and guided implant technology. These tools can provide detailed information about your anatomy and help guide the position and planning of your implant based on your individual needs.
What to Expect With Dental Implant Treatment
Your implant treatment begins with a thorough evaluation. Dr. Soliman will examine your mouth, review your medical and dental history and use diagnostic imaging when appropriate.
1. Implant Treatment Planning
Dr. Soliman evaluates the location of the missing tooth, available bone, surrounding teeth and the type of restoration that will eventually be supported by the implant.
2. Preparing the Area
Some patients can proceed directly to implant placement. Others may first need treatment such as a tooth extraction or bone grafting. If additional procedures are recommended, Dr. Soliman will explain why they are needed and how they fit into your overall treatment plan.
3. Dental Implant Placement
The dental implant is carefully placed in the jawbone. The area is numbed before treatment, and sedation may also be available for appropriate patients who need additional help relaxing.
4. Healing
The implant needs time to integrate with the surrounding bone before it can support the final restoration. Healing time varies based on the treatment performed, your health and your individual response to surgery.
5. Restoring Your Implant
Once the implant is ready, Dr. Soliman completes the restorative phase of treatment. The restoration is designed to restore function and create a natural appearance that complements your smile.
Bone Grafting for Dental Implants
Dental implants depend on adequate bone for support. If bone has been lost after a tooth was removed or because of another oral health condition, bone grafting may be recommended before or in connection with implant treatment.
Dr. Soliman provides bone grafting in-house and can evaluate whether additional bone support is necessary before implant placement.
Not every implant patient needs a bone graft. Your 3D imaging and clinical examination will help determine whether your existing bone can appropriately support an implant.
Dental Implants After a Tooth Extraction
If a tooth is severely damaged or infected and cannot be predictably saved, extraction may be necessary before replacing it. Dr. Soliman performs routine and surgical tooth extractions as well as implant placement.
Having both services available in-house allows Dr. Soliman to consider the removal of the damaged tooth, preservation of surrounding bone and future tooth replacement as parts of the same overall treatment plan.
Whether implant placement can occur at the time of extraction or should be completed later depends on the condition of the tooth, infection, available bone and other clinical factors.
Dental Implants and Implant-Supported Dentures
Dental implants can also be used to provide additional support for certain dentures. Instead of relying entirely on the gums for stability, an implant-supported denture connects to dental implants placed in the jaw.
For appropriate patients, this can improve the stability of the prosthetic and make everyday activities such as eating and speaking feel more secure.
Dr. Soliman provides dental implant placement, restoration and removable prosthetic care, allowing him to evaluate whether traditional dentures or an implant-supported option better fits your needs.
Comfort During Dental Implant Treatment
It is understandable to feel nervous about implant surgery. The treatment area is numbed with local anesthetic, and our team will explain each step before treatment begins.
Dr. Soliman also provides sedation dentistry for appropriate patients. If dental anxiety makes surgical treatment difficult for you, ask whether oral conscious sedation may be an option as part of your implant care.
How Long Do Dental Implants Last?
Dental implants are designed as a long-term tooth replacement option, but no dental treatment can be guaranteed to last for a specific amount of time. Implant longevity depends on factors such as oral hygiene, gum and bone health, bite forces, general health and regular dental care.
Brushing, cleaning around the implant and maintaining routine dental visits are important for protecting the tissues that support your restoration.
Dental Implants vs. Bridges and Dentures
Dental implants are one of several ways to replace missing teeth. The best choice depends on how many teeth are missing, the health of neighboring teeth, available bone, your goals and other clinical factors.
Options may include:
- Dental implants: Replace missing tooth roots and support a restoration anchored in the jawbone.
- Dental bridges: Replace missing teeth using neighboring teeth for support.
- Dentures: Replace several or all missing teeth with a removable prosthetic.
- Implant-supported dentures: Use dental implants to provide additional support for certain removable restorations.
Dr. Soliman provides implant, bridge and denture treatment and can explain the advantages and limitations of each option based on your individual needs.
Dental Implant FAQ
Does Dr. Soliman place dental implants?
Yes. Dr. Soliman personally provides both dental implant placement and implant restoration at Henrietta Family Dental. He has placed and restored more than 1,000 dental implants.
Are dental implants permanent?
Dental implants are designed to provide long-term support for replacement teeth, but their longevity varies from patient to patient. Good oral hygiene, healthy gums and bone, appropriate bite forces and regular dental care all affect long-term success.
Do dental implants help prevent bone loss?
Dental implants transfer biting forces into the jawbone and can help support bone in the area of a missing tooth. The amount of existing bone is evaluated before implant treatment is recommended.
Do I need a bone graft before getting a dental implant?
Not necessarily. Bone grafting is recommended only when additional bone support is needed. Dr. Soliman can use clinical examination and 3D imaging to evaluate whether your jaw has enough bone for implant placement.
Can I get an implant after having a tooth extracted?
Often, yes. The timing of implant placement depends on factors such as infection, bone condition and the location of the missing tooth. Dr. Soliman performs both tooth extractions and implant placement and can develop an appropriate treatment sequence for you.
Can dental implants help stabilize dentures?
Yes, for appropriate patients. Dental implants can provide additional support for certain implant-supported dentures, which may improve stability compared with a removable prosthetic that relies entirely on the gums.
Does getting a dental implant hurt?
The treatment area is numbed with local anesthetic before implant placement. Sedation may also be available for appropriate patients who feel anxious about treatment. Some soreness during healing is expected, and your specific post-treatment instructions will be reviewed with you.
How long does dental implant treatment take?
The timeline varies. Some patients require only implant placement and restoration, while others may need an extraction, bone grafting or additional healing before the final restoration can be completed. Dr. Soliman will explain the expected sequence after evaluating your needs.
How much do dental implants cost?
The cost depends on the number of implants, the restoration being used and whether additional procedures such as extractions or bone grafting are necessary. An examination and treatment plan are needed before an accurate estimate can be provided.
Where can I get dental implants near Rochester?
Henrietta Family Dental provides dental implant placement and restoration in Rochester, New York, for patients from Rochester and surrounding communities. Call 585-424-3310 to schedule an implant consultation with Dr. Soliman.
Find Out if Dental Implants Are Right for Your Smile
If you are missing one or more teeth, Dr. Soliman can evaluate your oral health, bone structure and treatment goals to determine whether dental implants are an appropriate option. Henrietta Family Dental provides implant placement, implant restoration, bone grafting and related surgical care in-house in Rochester, New York.
Call 585-424-3310 or contact our office to schedule your dental implant consultation.