Dental implant restoration is just one step in the process of replacing your teeth with implants. It’s also the step that is most commonly performed at other dentists’ offices in St. George, Utah, and beyond. At Gateway Oral Health Center, Drs. Bruce Eagar, Matthew Geddes, and Andy Mohlman all have the advanced training to surgically place implants, too! 

Why does this matter? 

By handling every step in the process of rebuilding smiles, we provide many benefits to our patients:

• They don’t have to arrange for treatment at another, unfamiliar office or specialty practice. 
• Our patients continue to be cared for by a team that they know and trust. 
• They don’t have to go anywhere else for dental services. They can undergo all aspects of treatment here, while also visiting us for regular checkups and professional cleanings to keep their implant teeth healthy. 
• No other dental team better knows their needs, so as a “one-stop shop” for dental implants, our office also provides a beneficial continuity of care. This approach is generally associated with better outcomes from treatment. 
• They enjoy the highest quality implants without the expense that may be associated with oral surgeons’ or other specialists’ offices. 
• We have made it as easy as possible to fill gaps and remove failing and aching teeth. This convenience adds to comfort and reduces stress and anxiety.

What is the restoration part? 

Dental restorations are largely the parts of the teeth that are visible when you smile. At other clinics, dentists may place a dental restoration following the surgical insertion of an implant by an oral surgeon or another specialist. If you are replacing one tooth, a dental crown is connected to the implant, which is secure in the jawbone. If you are replacing more than one tooth, a dental bridge or denture (full-arch restoration) is attached to at least two dental implants. At Gateway Oral Health Center, our dentists are skilled at planning, designing, and securing dental restorations, but that is just the “finishing touch” and final step in the implants process. 

How do you perform implant surgery? 

Many of our patients are surprised by the ease of the actual surgery. We may place your implants with local anesthesia only (though relaxing sedation is available). Once you are numb and relaxed, the implants are precisely placed through small openings. The implant is then allowed to heal, a process that can take several months. After the implant has healed or grown into the surrounding bone in the jaw, it is ready to function as a tooth root! Each implant is then restored with a crown, or with a bridge or full-arch restoration/denture as needed. 

What are some other reasons why I should choose Gateway Oral Health Center for my implants? 

We are a biological dentistry practice. This means you can trust that we use only the best and safest dental materials, products, and technologies. As it relates to implants, we only place ceramic (metal-free) implants. They are safe for patients with concerns over metal sensitivities and are also highly aesthetic (tooth-colored) and durable. Our patients are highly satisfied with their ceramic implants. We also offer mini-implants, which are smaller in diameter than “standard” implants. They are a good solution for those with bone loss who are not good candidates for bone grafting. 

To experience the benefits of partnering with our team in St. George, UT, schedule a consultation today, call us at (435) 656-0255.

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