Ankylos Implant System

Redefining Success in Implant Dentistry

If You're Missing a Tooth, You're Not Alone

An estimated 20 million people in North America suffer the physical and emotional effects of missing teeth. Our state-of-the-art dental implant technology can make a difference.

Dental implants provide a second chance at a healthy smile Not one are oral health and well-being closely interrelated, but studies have shown that first impressions, self confidence and a person's character can all be correlated to their smile.

Dental implants restore function, health and confidence Dental implants are permanent replacements for missing teeth. They look, function and feel like healthy, natural teeth.

Dental implants preserve healthy, natural teeth Unlike crown and bridge treatment, dental implants do not require the alteration of adjacent natural teeth. They also prevent bone loss and the movement of natural, healthy teeth.

Dental implants provide long-term cost benefits Due to the wide variety of dental implant treatment options and expanding dental insurance coverage, dental implants are a more realistic option that ever before.

Four steps to a more youthful smile

1) Tooth Extraction If not already removed, the original tooth and root with be extracted. Depending on the health and size of the tooth and root, a graft procedure and short healing period may be needed before the implant is placed.

2) Implant Placement Your new dental implant (titanium tooth root) is precisely placed into the implant site. Based on your dental treatment plan, the implant restoration steps may begin immediately, or your dental implant may be completely covered by your gums for a healing period, requiring a two-stage procedure

3) Abutment and Crown Preparation When your new dental implant is fully healed and osseointegrated, a crown and a metal post or "abutment"& that connects the crown to the implant will be created. This step includes soft-tissue contouring (for esthetics), impressions (to replicate positioning of the implant), and custom fabrication of your new abutment and crown (prosthetics).

4) Crown Placement

Implant FAQ's

How do dental implants work? Dental implants are most often made of titanium and consist of and anchor or root (the implant), and an abutment and crown (the prosthetics). The dental implant is surgically placed into you jawbone, under your gums, and actually encourages your bone to attach to it. This osseointegration secures the implant into your jaw. The prosthetic (abutment and crown) is attached to the integrated dental implant to complete your new smile. Dental implants can be used to support single teeth, bridges and dentures.

How do I care for my dental implants? Caring for dental implants is as easy and important as caring for natural, healthy teeth. Simply follow oral hygiene basics, which include brushing, flossing and regular dental check-ups. Your dental care team will show you how to maintain your new smile.