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Implant Restoration

A natural-looking, long-lasting way to replace missing teeth and restore your smile.

Implant Restoration
Overview

About Implant Restoration

Dental implants are permanent replacements for missing teeth that provide a natural look and function. An implant restoration is the visible replacement tooth — a crown, bridge, or denture — that attaches to a small post placed in the jawbone, which acts in place of a natural tooth root.

Replacing missing teeth matters for more than appearance. Gaps can make chewing and speaking more difficult, allow neighboring teeth to shift, and lead to bone loss in the jaw over time. Because an implant takes the place of the tooth root, it helps preserve the surrounding bone and restores stable, comfortable function.

Dr. Yesina takes a personalized approach, beginning with a careful evaluation of your oral health, bite, and goals. The restoration is then custom-designed to blend with your surrounding teeth so it looks and feels like a natural part of your smile.

Benefits

Natural look and feel

Implant restorations are custom-shaded and shaped to blend with your surrounding teeth so they look and function like natural teeth.

Stable and secure

Because the restoration is anchored to an implant rather than resting on the gums, it offers greater stability than removable options for chewing and speaking.

Helps preserve bone

By replacing the tooth root, an implant helps support the jawbone and maintain your facial structure over time.

Durable and long-lasting

With good oral hygiene and routine dental visits, implant restorations are designed to be a durable, long-term solution.

What to expect

  1. 1

    Evaluation and planning

    Your visit begins with an exam of your teeth, gums, bite, and jawbone, along with a discussion of your goals to determine whether an implant is right for you.

  2. 2

    Implant placement and healing

    The implant post is placed in the jaw, and a healing period typically follows to allow it to integrate securely with the bone.

  3. 3

    Placing the restoration

    Once the implant has healed, your custom crown, bridge, or denture is attached and adjusted for a comfortable, natural fit.

  4. 4

    Ongoing care

    Like natural teeth, implant restorations are maintained with regular brushing, flossing, and routine dental checkups to keep them healthy and lasting.

Frequently asked questions

Are dental implants permanent?+
Dental implants are designed as a permanent replacement for missing teeth. The implant itself is meant to stay in place long term, and with proper care and routine visits the attached restoration can last for many years.
Is getting an implant painful?+
The procedure is performed with local anesthesia to keep you comfortable, and many patients find any soreness afterward is mild and temporary. Your dentist will review what to expect and how to manage comfort during healing.
How do I care for an implant restoration?+
You care for it much like a natural tooth — daily brushing and flossing along with regular dental checkups. Consistent home care and routine visits help keep both the restoration and surrounding gums healthy.

Ready to schedule your visit?

Book an appointment with Dr. Yesina's Brooklyn office and take the next step toward a healthier, more confident smile.