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Dental Implant Surgery - FLOWOOD, MS

The Top Solution
for Missing Teeth

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"Dr. Klaus Helped Me See How Much Dental Implants Could Change My Life."
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Dr. Tharp

Speaks About Dental Implants: Do They Hurt?

Change Your Life with Long-Lasting Dental Implants

If you have one or more missing teeth, you may be struggling to bite and chew or feel embarrassed to talk, laugh, and socialize. Full-mouth dental implants can be a transformative solution for those missing most or all of their teeth. Dental implants can restore your smile, confidence, and quality of life. Full-mouth dental implants can also be a transformative solution for those missing most or all of their teeth.

Our Flowood, MS, dental team at Tharp, Klaus, & Kelly Dental Clinic is experienced in providing dental implants and can help you achieve a new smile and quality of life with this permanent solution. Ready to transform your smile? Call us today at (601) 939-4100 to schedule your consultation!

What is a Dental Implant?

Dental implants are made up of three components:

  • > A titanium post (artificial root)
  • > An abutment (connector)
  • > A custom-made crown (visible tooth)

Dental implants can replace a single tooth, multiple teeth, or support full arch restorations. This permanent solution requires the precision of a skilled implant dentist and advanced surgical technology to optimize the outcomes of your treatment and its long-term success. 

Our team routinely provides dental implant treatment across a variety of cases, utilizing state-of-the-art technologies and high-quality materials for the best results. With our expertise, we can help you experience a life of health, function, and confidence with dental implants in Flowood!

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Traditional
Dentures

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Implant Supported Dentures

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Full Arch
Fixed Teeth

Types of Dental Implants

Our Flowood dental practice offers various implant solutions to meet your needs:

  • Single tooth implants: Perfect for replacing one missing tooth. A single implant post supports a custom-made crown, seamlessly blending with your natural teeth.
  • Multiple tooth implants: Ideal for replacing several missing teeth. Each implant supports an individual crown, providing a natural look and feel without affecting adjacent healthy teeth.
  • Implant-supported bridges: An excellent solution for replacing multiple adjacent missing teeth. Two or more implants support a bridge of artificial teeth, restoring your smile’s continuity.
  • Full mouth dental implants: A revolutionary technique for those missing all teeth in an arch. Using just four to six strategically placed implants according to the TeethXpress® technique, we can support a full set of fixed, permanent teeth.
  • Implant-retained dentures: Combines the stability of implants with the affordability of dentures. Several implants securely hold a removable denture in place, eliminating slipping and improving comfort.

At Tharp, Klaus, & Kelly Dental Clinic, we’ll help you choose the best implant option based on your oral health, budget, and smile goals.

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Dental implants are a lifetime investment in your health, function, and quality of life. Avoid the common mistakes people make when considering implants by following our recommendations.
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Dr. Klaus

Speaks About Guided Dental Implant Surgery Vs. Free Hand

In many cases, we’re able to attach a temporary tooth or set of teeth at this same appointment.

Your Step-by-Step Dental Implant Process in Flowood, MS

 

Consultation and Treatment Plan

You’ll first complete a consultation with our implant dentist in Flowood, MS where we’ll discuss your dental and medical history, take digital X-rays, and create a custom treatment plan. An oral and maxillofacial surgeon may be involved in the evaluation and planning stages. 

Supplemental Procedures

If necessary to qualify for dental implants, you’ll undergo supplemental implant surgery, which may involve tooth extractions and bone grafting. Bone grafting supports new bone growth, creating a solid base for the implant. You’ll be resting comfortably under sedation and remain pain-free during your surgery. 

Implant Placement Surgery

Depending on the extent of the supplemental procedures required, your implant placement may take place after a healing period or on the very same day. We use fully guided techniques for all our surgeries to ensure an efficient procedure, with exact and predictable results. In many cases, we can attach a temporary tooth or set of teeth at this same appointment. 

Follow Up and Healing Process

A check-up appointment is scheduled 10 to 14 days after to remove your sutures and adjust any prosthesis as needed. As your implants integrate with your jawbone over the next three or more months, you can eat comfortably and enjoy restored smile aesthetics until you receive your permanent, custom dental implant restoration. 

Restoration

Finally, we attach your custom-made crowns or dentures. After your surgery, proper care and maintenance of your implants and prosthesis are necessary to ensure proper healing. We’ll provide detailed aftercare instructions to prevent complications so your dental implants can last you for decades to come!

Why Should You Choose Dental Implants?

Implant dentistry provides numerous advantages over other tooth replacement options. Unlike dental bridges, dental implants don’t require healthy teeth to support the restoration. Dental implants only need proper jawbone density to remain secure and strong, where they’ll provide stimulation to keep the bone healthy. 

Unlike dentures, dental implants are permanently secured in your jawbone and act like artificial tooth roots (implant posts). These artificial teeth function similarly to real teeth and provide solid support, unlike regular bridgework or dentures that rely on the patient’s natural teeth for support. They are permanently fixed and stable enough to restore natural biting and chewing power. 

For this reason, implants are one of the preferred solutions, and virtually all patients who come to Tharp, Klaus, & Kelly Dental Clinic are candidates for dental implants.

The Lasting Benefits of Dental Implants

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Find out if you're a

candidate for dental implants

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Dental Implant Costs

Understanding the cost of dental implants is an important part of your decision-making process. At Tharp, Klaus, & Kelly Dental Clinic, we believe in transparency and providing value for your investment. Factors affecting cost include:

  • Number of implants needed
  • > Type of implant procedure
  • > Need for preparatory treatments (e.g., bone grafting)
  • > Choice of restoration (crown, bridge, or denture)
  • > Materials used

 

Investing in dental implants is a big decision, but one that can lead to fewer expenses down the road. Along with the benefits to oral health and appearance, dental implants can reduce the risk of bone loss due to the decreased functionality of missing teeth. 

We recognize these transformative effects, which is why we do everything we can to make your dental implant treatment in our Flowood implant practice achievable. We’ll file your insurance claim on your behalf and connect you with leading financing companies that can break your payment down into manageable monthly payments. We’ll make receiving dental implants from an experienced implant dentist in Flowood affordable!

Frequently Asked Questions

Most patients report minimal discomfort during and after the procedure. Sedation options are offered to ensure your comfort. Your dentist may recommend over-the-counter pain medications to minimize any soreness after the procedure.

With proper care, dental implants can last decades or even a lifetime. Diligent oral health care that includes regular brushing, flossing, and dental visits can help extend the lifespan of your dental restoration.

Most adults with good general health are candidates. To qualify for dental implants, you must be in good oral and overall health with no gum disease or bone deterioration. If you lost bone mass beneath a missing tooth, supplemental procedures such as bone grafting can improve your chances of qualifying for implants. Your dentist will assess your specific situation during your consultation.

The entire process typically takes three to six months, depending on your individual case. However, the length of your treatment can vary depending on factors such as how many teeth you’re replacing, the type of restoration you’re using, and whether you need supplemental procedures before the surgery. Your dentist will provide a treatment timeline during your consultation.

Transform Your Smile Today!

Don’t let missing teeth hold you back. Experience the life-changing benefits of dental implants in Flowood, MS. Our team at Tharp, Klaus, & Kelly Dental Clinic is ready to help you achieve the smile you deserve.

Take the first step towards a new smile. Call (601) 939-4100 now to schedule your consultation!

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