Dental Implant Restoration and Repair in Tacoma
Dental implants are designed to provide a stable foundation for replacing missing teeth, but the visible restoration attached to an implant may eventually need adjustment, repair, or replacement.
Restore the Function and Appearance of Your Dental Implant
We evaluate implant restorations and surrounding oral health to understand the concern and determine the appropriate next step. Whether you have a damaged crown, a loose restoration, or concerns about an existing implant-supported tooth, an evaluation can help identify the problem and guide your treatment.
A dental implant typically includes an implant placed in the jawbone, an abutment that connects the implant to the restoration, and a visible replacement tooth or other restoration.
The restoration is the part that you see and use when eating. Depending on your treatment, it may be designed to replace one tooth or support several replacement teeth.
Over time, a restoration may become worn, damaged, loose, or uncomfortable. Regular dental visits allow your dentist to monitor the implant and restoration and address concerns when they arise.
When Might Implant Repair or Restoration Be Needed?
Damaged or Worn Restoration
Loose Implant Restoration
Cosmetic Concerns
What Happens During Implant Restoration and Repair?
Treatment depends on the condition of your implant and restoration. Your dentist may begin with an examination and review of your dental history.
Examine the Implant and Restoration
The implant area, surrounding gums, restoration, and nearby teeth are evaluated to identify the source of the concern.
Assess the Supporting Structures
Depending on the situation, your dentist may recommend additional evaluation or imaging to assess the implant and surrounding structures.
Restore Comfort and Function
Once the appropriate treatment has been determined, the restoration can be adjusted, repaired, or replaced when appropriate.
The exact treatment depends on the individual condition of the implant and restoration.
Personalized Dental Care in Tacoma
Our office convenient for patients in Tacoma and nearby communities. If you have concerns about an existing dental implant or restoration, schedule an evaluation so your dentist can examine the area and discuss the appropriate treatment options.
Our Location
6003 Tacoma Mall Blvd, Tacoma, WA 98409
When Should You Contact a Dentist?
Contact your dental office if you notice that an implant restoration feels loose, has become damaged, changes position, or affects your bite. Persistent swelling, discomfort, or changes in the gum tissue around an implant should also be evaluated.
Prompt evaluation can help determine whether the issue involves the restoration, connecting components, surrounding tissues, or another dental concern.