Dental implants are a state-of-the-art treatment for one or more missing teeth. Implants are permanent, comfortable, natural-looking, easy to care for, and can help you maintain your oral health by preventing your other teeth from drifting toward the empty space left by a missing tooth.

Before we can place your implant restoration, Dr. Pukenas will arrange for a specialist to perform the surgical portion of the implant procedure. The specialist will insert a small titanium implant into the jawbone, below the gum line. A temporary tooth will be made to fill the space while the implant heals. After a few months, the post is ready to act as a new "root" or anchor for a custom-made prosthetic tooth. Dr. Pukenas will attach the implant restoration. With proper care, dental implants can last many years, even a lifetime. Whether you need to replace one missing tooth or are in need of a complete oral reconstruction, consider Atlantic Smiles to revitalize your smile with dental implants.