Dental Implants in Chestermere

The Dental Implant Process

• Evaluation: a comprehensive exam with digital imaging assesses your jawbone density and overall oral health.
• Placement: if you are a good candidate, the implant post is placed in a minor surgical procedure under local anesthesia or sedation.
• Healing: a healing period of 3 to 6 months allows the implant to fuse with your jawbone.
• Restoration: once integration is complete, an abutment is placed on the implant and a custom-crafted crown is attached.

Benefits of Dental Implants

• They help preserve jawbone density by stimulating the bone like a natural tooth root.
• They do not require altering adjacent healthy teeth, unlike a traditional bridge.
• They are fixed in place, unlike removable dentures.
• They let you eat, speak and smile with confidence.

Modern Imaging for Precise Planning

Careful planning helps us position the implant for strength and a natural result while keeping discomfort to a minimum.

Is an Implant Right for Me?

Good candidates have enough healthy bone and healthy gums to support an implant, and they commit to good oral hygiene. Gum disease, certain health conditions and smoking can affect healing. If you have an unhealthy tooth, we may first recommend tooth extraction or periodontal gum care. If an implant is not the best fit, we can talk through bridges or dentures.

Free Implant Analysis

Our free implant analysis is currently available, so ask our front desk for details. Share a few details about your situation and our team will follow up with personalized recommendations, with no obligation.

Who Is a Good Candidate for Implants?

Most healthy adults with a missing tooth can be considered, but the jawbone and gums need to be healthy enough to support an implant. Gum disease, if present, is treated first. Your dentist will review your health history and examine your mouth to explain whether implants are a good fit.

Caring for Your Implant

Implants do not decay, but the gums around them still need care. Brush twice daily, clean around the implant every day and keep up with regular visits so we can monitor the gums and bone.

Before Your Visit

• Tell us about your health history, medications and any allergies.
• Let us know if you smoke or have gum disease so we can plan your care.
• Ask about sedation if you are anxious. See our sedation options.
• Arrange a ride home and plan to rest after placement.
• Bring your insurance or CDCP information so we can arrange direct billing.

After Your Treatment

• Expect some swelling and tenderness, and use ice packs and the pain relief your dentist recommends.
• Stick to soft foods for the first few days and avoid chewing on the implant site.
• Keep the area clean with gentle brushing and the rinse your dentist advises.
• Brush twice daily, floss and use the cleaning tools we recommend around your implant.
• Keep follow-up visits through the healing period.
• Call us if swelling worsens, you have fever, bleeding that does not stop or the implant feels loose.

Cost, Insurance and Direct Billing for Dental Implants

The cost of dental implants depends on how many teeth you are replacing and what each stage requires, so we explain your plan before treatment begins. We accept most insurances and offer direct billing, and our team files the paperwork for you. Our free implant analysis is a no-obligation way to learn your options.