Dental Implant Restoration

Dental implants are used as a viable, more permanent alternative to bridges and crowns, and are surgically implanted into the bone above or below the missing tooth. Generally made from titanium, dental implants provide the patient with a prosthesis almost identical in appearance to a natural tooth and, with proper care and maintenance, can last a very long time.

The implantation process typically includes a reshaping of the adjacent jawbone and gumline, creating an area best suited for a fast and successful procedure. Implants can provide a patient with a missing tooth or teeth a prosthetic that both appears and functions the same as a normal tooth, allowing him/her to improve their smile while taking an important step towards preventing further bone, tooth and gum deterioration.

Sometimes there may be inadequate surface area to install a dental implant, requiring the adjacent gum line to be moved back in order to expose the necessary amount of bone. After placing an implant, the gums are reshaped around the new tooth, creating a natural-looking gumline without the appearance of a major dental procedure.

Dental implants are designed to fuse with the existing bone and your gums, firmly anchoring them in your mouth and leading to potentially dramatic improvements in your speech, your ability to eat, and, of course, the overall appearance of your smile.

If you have any questions or would like to set up an appointment, please contact us today.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I improve the overall appearance of my smile?

There are countless options currently available to anyone looking for a brighter, more beautiful smile.

Some of our more popular cosmetic treatments include:

Veneers and Bonding, which can correct the imperfections, gaps and discoloration in your teeth while returning symmetry and shine to your smile.
Teeth Whitening, a powerful and effective way to remove deeply-embedded stains and discoloration.
Tooth-Colored Fillings, which offer you the opportunity to replace your traditional metal fillings with fillings that are virtually invisible.
Crowns and Bridges, two natural-looking treatments that can provide you with a cleaner, more complete smile.
Dental Implant Restoration, a service that replaces your missing teeth and brightens your smile.

Meet Our Doctor:

Dr. Scott J. Hudepohl DDS

Dr. Scott grew up in Cincinnati and attended Ohio State University for undergrad as well as dental school. While there, he earned four varsity letters as a decathlete on the Men's Track and Field team. Upon graduating Cum Laude from dental school in 2013, Scott completed an additional year of training at University of Cincinnati Medical Center. After his residency, he was invited to stay at UC as a staff dentist. He spent two years teaching the dental residents, caring for special needs patients in the OR, and expanding his ...