What Makes Dental Implants a Good Choice?

Losing a tooth can impact your confidence and your oral health. Left untreated, gaps in your smile can lead to other serious concerns. At Cary Prosthodontics, our highly trained dentists can replace missing teeth with dental implants for unrivaled benefits. See why we often recommend this method of tooth replacement to our Cary, NC, and Raleigh, NC, patients…

A Lifetime of Benefits

Crafted with biocompatible titanium, implants can last 40 years or more with proper care. For many patients dealing with tooth loss, implants can provide lifelong benefits. Keep in mind restorations will still need to be replaced periodically.

Improved Jaw Health

Tooth loss does more than just impact the appearance of your smile–it causes the bone tissue in your jaw to begin to shrink. Implants replace a tooth’s roots and are the only solution that can stop further bone atrophy.

Restored Function & Health

The titanium base of dental implants keeps restorations firmly in place. This enhanced stability means you can enjoy all of your favorite foods and speak with complete clarity, even if you need to replace a full arch of teeth with dentures.

We Use Advanced Technology to maximize these benefits

Our dental practice practices digital dentistry and is equipped with state-of-the-art tools that allow us to more precisely plan your dental implant treatment. Combined with our in-house lab, we are able to offer our patients nothing short of life-changing results. Our in-office technology includes:

CBCT Scanner

Dental cone beam computed tomography gives our dentists a 3D map to help plan the best placement of your dental implants.

7 Series Dental Scanner

This remarkable machine allows our dentists incredible versatility, speed, and accuracy when designing your new custom-fitted restoration.

Blue Sky Bio System

Advanced treatment planning software means our dentists can accurately place your implants so you can enjoy better success rates and a quicker recovery.

Stratasys 3D Printer

An in-office 3D printer allows us to print custom surgical guides as well as implant and denture prototypes to ensure the best possible fit and outcome.

We use all-digital software to create natural-looking crowns, bridges, and dentures that fit comfortably and provide long-term benefits. Our dentistry practice is also equipped with an on-site milling unit that can create durable, lifelike zirconia restorations while you wait.

Need More Reasons to Choose Us?

When you choose Cary Prosthodontics for dental implants, you can rest assured that our team of dental professionals strives to provide the highest quality service. We specialize in complex case management and have several other differentiators:

Great Value: Our in-house lab helps us offer the highest quality restorations at lower prices.
Financing Options: We offer flexible financing through GreenSky® and LendingClub to help keep out-of-pocket expenses to a minimum.
Convenient Hours: We offer early office hours for your convenience.
Stress-Free Care: Our office features luxury amenities and sedation options to make your visit as relaxing and stress-free as possible.
Versatility: We work with all implant types including Nobel Biocare, BioHorizons, Straumann, and Dentsply, so you can choose the material that best suits your individual needs.

Will Insurance Cover my Dental Implants?

While implants themselves are not typically covered by dental insurance plans, your implant-supported crown, bridge, or denture may be partially covered. Our helpful staff will file your insurance paperwork on your behalf and work with your provider to make sure you receive the maximum benefits from your plan.

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Learn more about Dental Implants

Whether you are replacing a single tooth with an implant-supported crown or an entire arch with an implant-supported denture, you can look forward to top-quality care at Cary Prosthodontics. Our board-certified dentists offer the community of Cary and the Greater Raleigh, NC, area gentle care using the latest proven techniques and innovative technology. To schedule an implant consultation at our Cary, NC, dentistry practice, contact us online or call:

Dental Implants Address a range of Oral Health Concernes

A Missing Tooth

If you are missing a single tooth, our team may recommend an implant-supported crown. For two or more missing teeth in a row, we can place an implant-supported dental bridge at our dentistry practice, serving the Greater Raleigh area.

Widespread Tooth Loss

For patients who are missing most or all of their teeth, a denture supported by dental implants can rebuild the structure of your smile. Depending on your jawbone density, you may qualify for All-on-4® dental implants.

Severely Damaged Teeth

Our dentists always try to save decayed or damaged teeth. That said, there are some situations where removing a patient’s natural teeth and replacing them with dental implants is the best option for restoring their oral health.

Loose or Shifting Teeth

Gum disease, physical trauma, and other oral health issues can lead to loose teeth. If other dental treatments cannot provide the results necessary to save your natural teeth, our dentists may recommend dental implants.

Periodontal Disease

According to the CDC, nearly half of adults 30 or older have some form of periodontal disease. In severe cases of gum disease, removing and replacing the affected teeth with the help of dental implants may restore your gum health.

How Do Dental Implants Protect Your Jawbone?

The roots of a tooth play a crucial role in the health of your jaw as well as the stability of your teeth. Dental roots stimulate nerves in the jaw which signal to the brain that resources are needed in a certain area. When a tooth is lost, the lack of stimulation causes the bone tissue in the jaw to begin to shrink. Left untreated, this condition can affect the stability of the remaining teeth and even change the dimensions of your face.

An implant-supported dental restoration replaces the entire tooth structure. The titanium base generates the same stimulation as natural tooth roots, stopping further jawbone atrophy while providing unmatched stability for a dental crown, bridge, or denture. This means you can restore your smile and protect your dental health with dental implants.

Lost a Tooth?

Don't delay replacement

If you’ve lost one or more teeth due to trauma or a dental emergency, you can avoid jaw atrophy and its consequences by replacing your missing tooth roots with implants as soon as possible. Without stimulation from your tooth roots, your jaw tissue will quickly begin to deteriorate. Studies have shown that significant jaw atrophy takes place within the first three months after tooth loss. Fortunately, Drs. Brandon Kofford and Kevin Lim serving Cary and Raleigh can have patients ready for implant surgery in just one week, in case of emergency. Our in-house lab is fully equipped with the latest technology for implant dentistry. Your dentist can quickly create a custom surgical guide for ultra-precise implant placement and fabricate temporary restorations to restore your smile immediately after surgery. By choosing us to treat your recent tooth loss, you can enjoy the very best dental care and save time and money on repairing your jaw tissue down the line. Don’t wait to restore your smile. Take the first step towards preserving your jaw health, dental function, and appearance by contacting us online or calling us at:

Implant-Supported Restorations have three distinct pieces

Am I a Good Candidate for Dental Implants?

Your lifestyle and health can impact your candidacy

Bone Density

For dental implant treatment to be successful, you must have enough bone tissue in your jaw to support the titanium posts. Our dentists can assess your bone density and determine whether you need a bone graft to restore your candidacy for implants.

Tobacco Use

Tobacco use negatively affects the outcome of nearly all therapeutic dental procedures. Smoking not only interferes with healing after oral surgery, but it also increases your risk for implant failure. We recommend quitting several months before surgery to prevent complications.

Gum Disease

Your gums are the foundation of your smile, and the health of your gums is a significant factor in the ultimate success of your dental implants. If you have periodontal issues, you may need to undergo a preliminary treatment for gum disease before moving forward with dental implants.

Health History

Health issues such as uncontrolled diabetes, lupus, and other autoimmune disorders can reduce your ability to heal after surgery. During your initial implant consultation at our office, our dentists will review your complete medical history to help ensure implant success.

Periodontal Disease

Mini-Implants Offer a Conservative Option

At Cary Prosthodontics, we believe all of our patients should be able to take advantage of the functional and aesthetic benefits of dental implants. In some cases, we may recommend mini-implants for patients without enough bone density in their jawbone to support traditional implants. These posts can typically be placed without the need for a bone graft or sinus lift. Less invasive than regular implant surgery, mini-implants offer a reduced treatment timeline and lower costs when compared to traditional implants. Learn more about if mini-implants can help restore your smile during a consultation at our Cary dental office outside Raleigh, NC.

Experience the Finest Care Firsthand

Our team use state-of-the-art technology at every step of dental implant treatment, from planning to final restoration. This allows our doctors to provide accurate implant placement for unmatched stability and aesthetics. We understand the way a complete smile can improve your quality of life and have all the tools to help you achieve that goal. To request an appointment at our Cary dental practice serving the Greater Raleigh, NC, area, contact us online or call:

Initial Implant Surgery

4 Simple Steps

Every smile is different, and so is every dental implant procedure. The length of your surgery will depend on how many implants our dentists are placing. The more teeth you need to have replaced, the longer your surgery will take. However, here is what you can generally expect on the day of your dental implant placement at our Cary, NC, office outside Raleigh:

1 Preparation

Our team will numb the treatment area and provide additional sedation if necessary so that you enjoy a virtually pain-free experience.

2 Incisions

One of our dentists will then create incisions in the pre-determined areas where the implants will be the most successful.

3 Placement

Our doctors will use custom surgical guides to identify the precise location to place your implant posts. This ensures the best possible results and a speedy recovery.

4 Sutures

When all implants are in place, our team will close the incisions with sutures to begin the healing process.

Get More From Your Dentures

With smart denture conversion

If you use a traditional removable denture to manage the effects of widespread tooth loss, we can convert your restoration to an implant-supported version through a revolutionary technique known as Smart Denture Conversion. This technique is beneficial because it eliminates the need to create a new temporary denture. Using this method, our team serving Cary and Raleigh can give you enhanced dental stability, function, and durability while saving you time.

Skip the Traditional Impressions

We’ll upload a digital blueprint of your removable denture to our computer system as a basis for a prototype. Because your own denture can be used instead of traditional impressions, you’ll save significant time in the design and fabrication process.

A Customized Denture

While you wear your old prosthetic as a temporary denture, your dentist will refine the size, fit, and appearance of your new restoration using advanced design software. We’ll fabricate a new permanent denture and test it to ensure maximum comfort and the most natural look, making any necessary adjustments along the way.

Lasting Results Designed for Your Smile

Once we optimize the design for your new restoration, we’ll fabricate a final version and secure it to your implant posts. We can save a digital model of your customized denture in our system so you can quickly receive a new identical restoration in case of any damage.

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We Can Improve Your Quality of Life

Damaged or missing teeth undercut your health, comfort, and confidence. Thankfully, the advanced treatments available at Cary Prosthodontics, serving Cary and Raleigh, NC, can restore the appearance and function of your smile, radically improving your quality of life. After receiving implants, advanced dentures, or other dental prosthetics, you can once again eat your favorite foods, brush and floss normally, and laugh and smile without embarrassment. Take the first step towards a fully functioning mouth by scheduling an appointment with our prosthodontists. You can request a consultation by filling out our online form or calling our friendly team at:

Meet Our Doctors

We constantly strive to be the premier dental clinic in Southern Wake County for prosthodontic treatment and education. Cary Prosthodontics will continually strive for improved efficiency by incorporating advanced technologies, but the efficiency must also enhance quality and never decrease quality outcomes. Cary Prosthodontics will be a resource to all dental providers in the community for prosthodontic education, training, mentoring and expert opinions.

Brandon Kofford, DMD

Kevin Lim, DMD

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Location & Directions to Cary Prosthodontics

Cary Prosthodontics is conveniently located in Cary, NC. Our office is easily accessible, providing expert prosthodontic care in a comfortable setting. Whether you’re a new or returning patient, we’re happy to help with directions. Feel free to call us or use your preferred GPS for step-by-step navigation. We look forward to serving you at your next visit.

Address

1400 Crescent Green Ste 215, Cary, NC 27518

Working Hours

Monday-Thursday: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Friday: Closed