Dental Implants at Aspire Family Dentistry

Missing teeth impact your smile, and losing a tooth can complicate eating, speaking, and oral care. At Aspire Family Dentistry in Lewiston, ME, we provide state-of-the-art, long-lasting solutions with dental implants. Whether you have one missing tooth or require full arch replacement, our skilled staff is ready to offer the care you deserve in a comfortable, friendly atmosphere.

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Why Choose Dental Implants?

Tooth replacement is the gold standard. Implants are inserted directly into the jawbone and act as artificial roots to support crowns, bridges, or full dentures. This is unbeatable for stability and function.

Advantages of Dental Implants:

• Natural appearance and feel: Implants resemble natural teeth in appearance and function.
• Long-term success: With good care, implants can last 15 years or longer.
• Saves jawbone: Implants stimulate the jawbone, preventing the bone loss that usually follows tooth loss.
• Better oral health: Unlike bridges, there is no need to reshape the surrounding teeth.
• Convenience and comfort: They eliminate denture shifting, discomfort, and adhesives.

 

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What to Expect: The Dental Implant Process

We hope to be honest and at ease in our entire implant process. Below is a step-by-step outline of what we do:

1. Consultation and Evaluation

We start with an evaluation, digital imaging, and 3D scans to determine your jawbone, gums, and general fit for implants. Dr. Lee will review your expectations and any concerns you have.

2. Personal treatment plan

If you are a candidate for an implant, we will prepare a customized treatment plan. This plan will include the number of implants you need, how long they will last, and the estimated cost. Whether you need one implant or full-arch reconstruction, we ensure that every aspect is customized to suit you.

3. Implant Placement

With contemporary methods and local anesthesia or sedation (optional), your implants are inserted in the jawbone during a comparatively painless surgical procedure. Most patients experience merely mild discomfort afterward.

4. Healing and Osseointegration

Over the next several months, your jawbone will naturally integrate with the implant through osseointegration. This is a vital process for long-term stability. Temporary teeth can be given in the meantime.

5. Placement of Restoration

Once the healing is complete, we will attach your last crown, bridge, or dent. These prosthetics are custom-made to match your bite, color, and appearance for a spontaneous result.

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Meet Dr. Sang Joon Lee

Dr. Lee was born in South Korea and moved to America at the age of 10, living in states like California, New Jersey, New York, and Massachusetts. He earned a BA in Biological Sciences from Rutgers University and a DMD from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. At Tufts, he conducted award-winning research on HPV and oral cancer, receiving the Omicron Kappa Upsilon Hilde Tilman Award. He also acted as a clinical teaching assistant in oral and maxillofacial surgery.

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Comfort-First Dental Care

We recognize dental procedures, particularly surgical procedures, are daunting. That is why we provide sedation techniques, nitrous oxide, and oral sedation to make your visit as stress-free and comfortable as possible.

Our staff is highly attentive to giving communication, relaxation, and keen observation when you are here. If you are anxious about the dentist or simply unsure about implants, we will take you through each step and answer your questions to make you comfortable in the future.

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Financing and Insurance Options

Dental implants are a commitment to your future oral health. Although they are not always covered by all insurance policies, we aim to make the care affordable.

We accept most major dental insurances and have various financing options through CareCredit. This enables qualified patients to spread payments across easy monthly installments.

Our front desk staff will guide you through your choices, explain what is covered, and have no surprises along the way.

Book Your Consultation Today

Aspire Family Dentistry is here with you if you are ready to step into the new in restoring your bite and your mouth's health. We treat individuals with one implant or full-mouth restoration with expert care, state-of-the-art leading technology, and caring personnel.