Fort Collins Dental Implants
If you lose one or more teeth due to periodontal disease, or another cause, there is hope. Dental implants are designed to provide a foundation for replacement teeth that look, feel, and function like natural teeth. Dental implants provide the patient with the ability to eat virtually anything and smile with confidence, knowing their teeth will appear natural and that facial contours will be preserved.
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What Happens When You Lose Your Teeth?
When you lose a tooth, especially a back tooth, you may feel you don’t need to replace it, since no one can see that it’s missing and you have plenty of other teeth. However, there is more bone loss going on under the surface once a tooth is lost. Surrounding each tooth is an alveolar bone that supports the tooth and when the tooth is lost, that bone basically melts away. This is why people who have lost most of their teeth and are not wearing dentures appear to have a caved-in appearance to their mouths. Besides causing damage to the immediate area, tooth loss affects remaining teeth as well. Teeth create a structure for the face and their loss can shift the surrounding teeth, creating esthetic issues and bite problems. A lost tooth can also affect facial structures such as the jaw, muscles, jaw joints, and even the skin. If several teeth are lost, it’s not uncommon to suffer from social consequences and poor nutrition.
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Your healthiest smile starts with regular cleanings and personalized care. Whether it’s your first visit or a routine appointment, our friendly dental team is here to make your experience comfortable and stress-free.
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Justin Liddle, DMD, CDT, Prosthodontist
Dr. Liddle is a distinguished prosthodontist who earned his doctorate from Case Western Reserve University and completed a three-year Prosthodontic Residency at Louisiana State University Health Science Center. Internationally trained in dental esthetics and implant dentistry, he was awarded 1st Place in the Nobel Biocare Student Case Presentation Award. As one of the few prosthodontists serving Northern Colorado, Wyoming, and Nebraska, Dr. Liddle is also a respected educator, leading advanced courses on implant dentistry techniques.
Kirk Harvey, DMD
Dr. Kirk Harvey earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine in Arizona, where he was honored with the prestigious Hanau Excellence in Prosthodontics Award for his outstanding clinical skills.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Whether you're exploring treatment options like dentures or dental implants, looking to brighten your smile, or curious about the latest technology in dental care, this FAQ section is here to help. Learn why choosing a prosthodontist—an expert in the restoration and replacement of teeth—can make a difference in your treatment experience and results. Dive into answers about procedures, benefits, and innovations that can guide you toward a healthier, more confident smile.
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Full Mouth Implants
Comprehensive, permanent solution replacing all teeth to restore your bite, function, and aesthetic appearance in just a few visits.
Single Implant
Designed to seamlessly replace a single missing tooth, maintaining natural appearance, bite function, and jaw health.
Dental Bridges
Custom-made dental bridges designed to fill gaps from missing teeth, restore function, appearance, and prevent tooth shifting.
Types of Dental Implants
Single Tooth Implant
This solution is ideal for replacing one missing tooth or a few missing teeth, but if there is more damage it is better to replace an entire row of teeth with a single arch or replace both arches (full mouth reconstruction). A single tooth implant uses a single implant post topped with a custom crown. It looks and functions just like your natural tooth without affecting neighboring teeth.
Single Arch Implant
When all teeth in either the upper or lower jaw are missing, a single arch implant can restore your smile. Several implants are placed to support a fixed prosthetic that replaces the full arch of teeth.
Full Mouth Dental Implants (Double Arches)
For patients missing all teeth in both the upper and lower jaws, full mouth implants offer complete restoration. Using multiple implants on each arch, this option provides maximum stability, comfort, and function.
Dental Implants vs. Dental Bridges
Implants
Dental implants are a series of procedures used to recreate a missing tooth. The key part of a dental implant is the initial titanium implant which sits in the original tooth’s bone pocket, or alveolus. The titanium works well with the bone and actually forms a bond with it over time, much like the original bond between the tooth and the jaw bone. This is essential as it prevents bone loss that would normally occur with any other type of tooth replacement. Dental implants are capped with a crown, which replicates the enamel or visible portion of a tooth, and in many cases the replacement tooth will work just as well, if not better, than the original tooth.
Bridges
A fixed dental bridge is a non-removable prosthesis attached to remaining natural teeth.The false tooth or teeth literally bridge the gap between natural teeth. For a long time, fixed bridges were the best alternative for people who had lost teeth, as they were quite successful and esthetically pleasing. Unfortunately, bridges can also present some problems because the natural teeth that lie on either side of the bridge are filed to accept the appliance. This step in the bridge-making procedure may make these teeth prone to bacterial plaque accumulations, decay, periodontal disease, and the possible need for future root canals.
What Are All on 4 Dental Implants?
Using the latest technology and dental practice techniques, All-on -4® gives you a permanent set of new teeth that perform similar to natural teeth. No matter the condition of your teeth, All-on -4® can restore your smile. The process is all done at one location and can be completed in mere hours.
- Extraction of damaged tooth or teeth
- Jawbone preparation (grafting), if necessary
- Placement of dental implants
- Bone growth and healing
- Placement of implant abutment
- Placement of artificial tooth
What is the Timeline for Dental Implants?
Replacing a tooth with an implant and a crown is not a one-day procedure. The implant needs time to properly adhere to the bone and create a healthy fusion before the crown can be attached and full bite force can be applied. In most cases, it will take a few months to complete the process. Due to the timeline, dental implants are actually a series of steps; each is very different. Click here for post-implant care instructions.
Why Choose Northern Colorado Dental Specialty
When you need a beautiful new smile, the Fort Collins Dental Implants team is the right choice! We are the premier choice for dental implants in Fort Collins and we would be honored to serve your dental implant needs. Some of the reasons you should choose us:
- Beautiful Smile in as little as 24 hours
- Personalized Implants for you
- Award-Winning Doctors
- Over 20 years of experience
- Thousands of Happy Dental Implant Clients
- On-Site Lab for the Perfect Fit, Shape and Color
- Third-Party Financing and flexible payment plans
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Exceptional care tailored to you. Cutting-edge technology. Supreme comfort. We're transforming dental experiences in the Fort Collins area with pioneering treatments, always prioritizing our patients. Now is the perfect moment to begin crafting your ideal smile. Get in touch with us today to schedule your appointment and take the first step.
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