Overview of Dental Implants

Dental implants have become the standard of care for single and multiple tooth replacement and at Lynnwood Periodontics & Implants, we are dedicated to making sure you receive the best implant treatment possible. Dental implants can restore your ability to chew, smile and prevent other teeth from shifting. They are the next best option to your own teeth and look, feel and function very similarly. We only use the highest quality implant systems that have extensive research and a documented track record of success.

Dr. Brancheau has advanced training and experience in both conventional and immediate implant placement, as well as a minimally-invasive approach. Each procedure takes between 45 minutes to one hour and is performed under local anesthesia. Our goal is ensure your comfort and make the process and procedure go smoothly.



Dental implants are essentially tooth root replacements made of a titanium alloy, which is implanted in the jaw bone. The process is divided into the 4 steps: surgery, healing phase, restoration and maintenance.

• Implant Placement - A small incision is made and the implant post is placed under local anesthesia. Often, no sutures are even needed. You will be on a soft diet with gentle brushing in the area for 2 weeks. We will then see you for a post-op appointment to evaluate healing and review the next step.
  
  
• Healing Phase - The implant post will integrate to the surrounding bone over a period of about 3 months. In cases of additional bone grafting or sinus augmentation, it may take up to 6 months for the bone to solidify. A healing cap may be present which sits just above the gumline, or in other cases the implant will rest under the gum tissue and be uncovered just prior to the restoration.
  
  
• Restoration - After the implant is integrated, your dentist will take an impression for the abutment and crown to be delivered. The implant is now ready for full function. Occasionally, a temporary crown may be used to help mold the gum tissue prior to the final crown for esthetic cases.
  
  
• Maintenance - Implants need to be cleaned much like teeth do, and regular brushing and flossing will be reviewed. It is also recommended to see a hygienist once every 6 months to clean around the implant to ensure long-term health.

At Lynnwood Periodontics & Implants we hope that your dental implant looks and feels as good or better than your previous tooth. Working as a team with your dentist, we can help provide a treatment that seamlessly blends in with the surrounding teeth, while preserving and even enhancing the bone and gum tissue.

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