Dental Implants in Provo, UT

What Are Dental Implants?

A dental implant is a titanium post surgically placed into the jawbone to serve as an artificial tooth root. Once the implant integrates with the bone (a process called osseointegration), a custom crown is attached on top — creating a replacement tooth that looks, feels, and functions exactly like a natural tooth. Implants are the only tooth replacement option that preserves jawbone density and prevents the bone loss that occurs after tooth extraction.

The Implant Process at Riverwoods

Your implant journey begins with a comprehensive consultation including digital X-rays and 3D cone beam CT imaging to assess bone volume and plan precise implant placement. Dr. Jenkins or Dr. Sloan will place the titanium implant under IV sedation or local anesthesia. After a healing period of 3–6 months (during which the implant fuses to the bone), your referring dentist or our team places the final crown. For patients with insufficient bone, we offer bone grafting to build the foundation needed for long-term implant success.

Single Tooth, Multiple Teeth, and Full Arch

Whether you're missing one tooth, several teeth, or all of your teeth, implants offer a solution. Single implant crowns replace individual teeth without affecting adjacent healthy teeth. Implant-supported bridges replace multiple consecutive teeth. Full-arch solutions like All-on-4 or All-on-6 replace an entire arch of teeth with just four to six strategically placed implants — often with same-day teeth.

Why Implants Are the Best Long-Term Investment

While implants have a higher upfront cost than dentures or bridges, they are the most cost-effective long-term solution. With proper care, implants can last a lifetime. They don't require removal, special adhesives, or replacement every 5–7 years like dentures. They also prevent the bone loss and facial collapse that accelerates with dentures, keeping you looking younger and healthier for decades.

Why Choose Riverwoods?

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