Yes. Because dental implants are artificial roots that are fused with your jawbone, they will essentially become a natural part of your mouth. And if you take good care of your dental implants, with good home oral hygiene, including brushing twice a day and daily flossing, they can last 30 years or longer. This means that most patients are able to keep their new smile for the rest of their lives.
Dental Implants
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Your investment
Dental implants cost $1,800–$5,840 per site, depending on restoration and preparatory needs. Plan members receive 15% savings.
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Your time
Treatment typically takes four to nine months for implant placement, healing, and completion of your custom restoration.
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Your comfort
Your mouth will be numbed before placement. Sedation is also available to help you remain relaxed and comfortable.
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Dental Implants in Hopewell, VA
Dental implants replace missing teeth using titanium posts placed in the jawbone to act like artificial tooth roots. Once the implant integrates with the surrounding bone, it can support a custom crown, bridge, or denture that looks and functions much like natural teeth. Implants can restore comfortable chewing while helping preserve jawbone health and prevent nearby teeth from shifting.
Dr. Daniel Baker has advanced training in implant dentistry and surgery, allowing him to carefully plan treatment around each patient’s oral health and goals. City Point Dental uses detailed imaging to determine precise implant placement and create natural-looking results. Patients considering dental implants in Hopewell, VA, receive clear guidance without pressure, judgment, or explanations that require a dental degree to understand.
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What happens?
- We’ll start with an exam and 3D X-ray to evaluate your teeth, jawbone, nearby nerves, and the best location for your implant.
- If you have a tooth there, we’ll do this first: We’ll remove the tooth and place a bone graft to preserve the area. Healing typically takes about three months. But don’t worry, we’ll make sure you aren’t walking around with a hole in your mouth! We’ll set you up with something temporary while you heal.
- If you don’t have a tooth there, we’ll skip to step two: We’ll place the implant—a small, screw-shaped titanium post that acts like an artificial tooth root. We can handle many cases in-house or coordinate with an implant specialist when necessary.
- The implant will heal for about four months as it bonds with your jawbone.
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What's next?
- Follow your aftercare instructions while the implant site heals.
- Attend follow-up visits so we can monitor the implant’s integration and your oral health.
- Once the area is ready, we’ll take impressions to create your custom restoration.
- About two to four weeks later, we’ll attach the connector and your new crown, bridge, or denture so you can smile and chew comfortably.
- Brush and floss carefully around your implant to protect the gums and supporting bone.
- Continue scheduling routine checkups and professional cleanings to maintain your results.
FAQ
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Can dental implants really last a lifetime?
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How many implants can be placed at once?
Several dental implants can often be placed during one appointment, but the right number depends on your jawbone, oral health, treatment plan, and the type of restoration you need. We’ll use 3D imaging to plan placement carefully and explain what makes the most sense for your smile—without pressure or unnecessary treatment.
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Will I have a gap in my teeth while my implant heals?
Not necessarily. Dental implants need several months to heal and bond with your jawbone, but that doesn’t mean you have to walk around with a visible gap. We can discuss temporary tooth replacement options to help you smile comfortably and confidently while the area heals.
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