With proper brushing and flossing, implants from Norris Dental remain in place for a lifetime.
Dental Implants
Is an incomplete smile making it difficult to chew and speak clearly? Are loose dentures becoming frustrating and uncomfortable? The skilled dentists at Norris Dental in Vancouver, BC, can improve your smile and your oral health with superior-quality dental implants.
Learn how dental implants placed by Dr. Alex Wong and Dr. Vanessa Lee can make your smile whole and functional again.
I've Lived With Missing Teeth for Years. Why Should I Get Dental Implants?
Missing teeth can negatively affect your quality of life in many ways. Dental implants can create a brighter future for you and your smile, offering benefits like:
A Complete Smile
When you lose teeth to injury, decay, or infection, they leave visible gaps. Dental implants can provide the ultimate support to replacement teeth, completing your smile and boosting your self-esteem.
Improved Jawbone Health
Missing teeth can cause your jaw to shrink and weaken, but implants counter this problem. Implants fuse with your gums and jawbone, providing stimulation that encourages the growth of strong, healthy bone tissue. This helps prevent further tooth loss.
A More Youthful Appearance
A lost tooth and shrinking jawbone tissue can give your face an aged look. Implant-supported restorations can maintain your facial features so you don't look aged beyond your years.
Clearer Speech
Your tongue and teeth work together to produce certain sounds. Without stable teeth, your speech can become slurred, mumbled, or garbled. Implants help your restorations contribute to enunciation so you can speak clearly and confidently.
Implants: An Effective Treatment From a Trusted Dental Office
Each implant is a threaded titanium device placed surgically into your jaw. It undergoes a natural process called osseointegration in which it fuses with the surrounding bone material. After this, it can act as an artificial tooth root. Implants provide support to restorations like dentures while preventing bone atrophy.
Though not all dentists have the training or qualifications to place implants, both Dr. Lee and Dr. Wong perform this procedure in our advanced Vancouver dental office. When it comes time to attach your abutment and lifelike restoration, they can easily handle that, too.
How Dental Implants Work
The titanium implant directly replaces a lost tooth root. After the implant is placed in the jaw, our Vancouver dentists will attach an abutment device that will serve as the connection point between your implant and your replacement tooth. Once you've healed, you'll be free to chew, talk, and smile with ease.
The All-on-4 Technique Can Help Patients Become Candidates
If you're looking for dental implants in Vancouver, one of the biggest obstacles you might face is insufficient bone tissue. Fortunately, the All-on-4 technique can make implant dentures a real possibility for patients who aren't eligible for traditional implants.
The All-on-4 technique places four implants at specific angles and at locations in the jawbone with the most density to secure a full arch denture. That way, many patients don't need to undergo bone grafting before considering implant placement.
Understanding Restorations: What They Do and How They're Made
Dental restorations are the final ingredient used to give you back the appearance and function of natural teeth. Restorations are the crowns, bridges, or dentures that will be attached to your implants to completely restore your tooth or teeth. We can even use the All-on-4 technique to help more patients become candidates for implant dentures.
You've come to the right place for implant-supported restorations because Dr. Lee is an award-winning prosthodontist. Each crown, bridge, or denture will be made referencing your real teeth to ensure a proper fit. They're also created in a trusted lab and crafted out of lifelike materials like porcelain.
What Is the Average Lifespan for Dental Implants and Restorations?
Many Vancouver patients come to us worried that they'll never have a smile that works or looks like it used to. We're happy to reassure them that isn't the case. Their restorations and implants are made to last, with potential lifespans like these:
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Dental Implants
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Dental Restorations
Our top-grade restorations, such as crowns and dentures, can last for more than a decade before you need to think about replacing them.
Which Restoration Is Right for Me? Find Out at Norris Dental
Patient education is a cornerstone of our Vancouver, BC, dental office, and we're happy to explain each restoration option in person. Until then, here's what you need to know about dental implant-supported restorations.
Crowns Are for a Single Tooth
The simplest option for implant-supported restorations is a tried-and-true crown. After tooth loss due to decay, injury, or gum disease, a dental crown can easily fill in a smile gap when paired with an implant.
Bridges Are for Two or More Teeth
If you have lost more than one tooth, you have another option: dental bridges. They can replace two to four natural teeth in a row, blending in easily with your enamel's shade and shape.
Dentures Are for Most or All Teeth
If you have lost several or all of your natural teeth, they can be restored with a stable set of partial or full implant-supported dentures. These restorations stay put, allowing you to enjoy meals and conversations without worry.
Excited to explore the possibilities? We're happy to guide you through your options, starting with a dental implant consultation in Vancouver. Reach out to our friendly team or call us at:
(604) 263-1855
A Vancouver Implant Patient Talks About Their Experience
"I was googling for a dentist who could do implant for me and happened to find this clinic near my home. I was happy to see the friendliness of the staff and the team. I had Dr. Alex Wong as my dentist. He is very knowledgeable and explained everything to me in detail. His skill is good. Chair-side manner is good. I am very satisfied!" Winnie Chak
6 Reasons To Choose Norris Dental for Implants
Anxious about dental care? We offer our Vancouver, BC, patients safe, calming sedation to help them relax during procedures. The combination of sedation and a local anesthetic means your dental implant surgeries will be not just tolerable, but virtually painless.
Our dentists will go over the entire dental implant process with you during your consultation, describing each procedure, estimated costs, the surgery timeline, and expected results in detail. We want you to feel empowered in the course of your care.
Smile restoration through dental implants is a major decision. Should you have further questions about the implant process after your consultation, our Vancouver dental team is here to answer any and all questions without hesitation.
We want your treatment to provide maximum benefits. That's why Norris Dental uses Straumann dental implants, known worldwide for their exceptional strength, quality control, and long-lasting success.
Our highly trained Vancouver dentists can skillfully perform every step of the dental implant process, from diagnosis to restoration placement. Since every option is in-house, you don't need to see an outside oral surgeon.
Dr. Wong invests in continuing education like the AAID Implant Maxicourse and is an Associate Fellow of the AAID. Dr. Lee also pursues continuing education and received a prosthodontics award from the University of British Columbia.
Dental Affiliations You Can Trust
It's Time to Smile Again With Dental Implants
Why live with gaps in your smile and the accompanying oral health problems? Thanks to advances in dentistry, a lasting solution is possible: dental implants placed by the professionals at Norris Dental.
Dr. Lee and Dr. Wong use state-of-the-art digital technology and oral surgery techniques to safely place your dental implants with little to no discomfort.
Norris Dental has been a hub for personalized, world-class dental care since 1979. From improved bone health to restored confidence, there are plenty of reasons to seek dental implant treatment with our Vancouver, BC, team. Contact us to begin or call:
(604) 263-1855
Earning Lasting Patient Loyalty With Friendly, Timely Care
Sandy Garossino
2024
I can't say enough about how great the whole Norris Dental team is. Dr. Lee has been amazing at fitting in urgent work--with fast and excellent results.
It's a good and happy office and I would recommend them for anyone. There should be more stars--I would give them all...
Cece Nguyen
2024
Norris Dental is my go to dental place for the past couple of years.
Staff is super friendly. Dentists are super knowledgeable and accommodating.
Thank you Norris Dental for everything!
An Excellent Dental Office Patients Actually Travel to Find
"Fantastic team. Referred a friend, and his experience was equally good. They take care of their customers - everything is very personalized, and they use automated reminder systems which keep you aware of upcoming appointments. I don’t live in Vancouver anymore, but will continue driving to the city to go to Norris Dental regardless." J.P.
Is Implant Surgery Safe?
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All oral surgeries have some element of risk, but when you choose highly trained doctors, complications are rare. As our patient, your dental implant surgery will be performed under the strictest sanitary conditions in our sterilized procedure rooms. Every precaution will be taken to ensure that your implants will be placed precisely, effectively, and safely.
The Implant Procedure Timeline
After you've been confirmed as a healthy candidate for implants and your customized treatment plan has been created, the process can begin. You will undergo two oral surgeries over the course of about six months.
Our dentists will treat you with respect, compassion, and personalized care while restoring your smile and oral function with dental implants.
The Basics of Implant Recovery
After your surgeries, you may experience mild swelling, soreness, and residual bleeding. These should all subside fairly quickly. Ice packs, prescribed pain meds, and sticking to soft foods during healing periods can help reduce discomfort. Have questions? Contact us anytime.
How Can I Take Care of My Smile After Dental Implant Placement?
Flossing is crucial for your gum health, so don't neglect it. If you need pointers, our dentists are happy to show you how to best floss with your new implant-supported crown, bridge, or denture.
Don't forget to brush your teeth, tongue, and gums twice a day. You should thoroughly brush your implant-supported restoration as well, which can prevent plaque formation.
No crown, bridge, or denture will last forever, but you can do your part to protect them. Avoid using your teeth as tools and be mindful when eating hard or sticky foods, such as apples or caramel.
Even if you have dentures, you'll still need to attend regular dental appointments. Luckily, our team performs biannual cleanings and exams, so we can help your beautiful new smile stay healthy.
We're Highly Recommended By Vancouver Dental Patients
Lu Postov
2024
As always excellent service.
The best dental services in Vancouver and for me in the world.
Lesley Cheung
2024
From the moment I walked in, the staff was incredibly welcoming which immediately put me at ease. The dentists were not only highly skilled but also took extra time to explain every step of the process, ensuring I felt informed and comfortable throughout my visit...I highly recommend this dental office to anyone in need of top-notch dental care!
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