Contact Rye Smiles for Life in Fairfax, convenient to Arlington, Virginia, to discuss dental implants with implant dentist D. Gordon Rye, D.D.S. Be sure to request your free copy of The Three Secrets for Finding the Ideal Cosmetic Dentist.
D. Gordon Rye, D.D.S., P.C.
10614 Warwick Ave.
Fairfax, Virginia 22030
Phone: 866.900.3174
Fax: 703.591.9408
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Arlington, Virginia — Dental Implants at Rye Smiles for Life
The loss of just a single tooth can eventually destroy an entire mouth. When it comes to replacing lost or damaged teeth, one of the best options for patients in the Fairfax and Arlington, Virginia area is receiving dental implants at Rye Smiles for Life. Unlike removable dentures, dental implants are permanently anchored into the jaw itself, providing a beautiful and durable solution to tooth loss. Dental implants can even be used in combination with cosmetic dentistry treatments and restorative dentistry procedures as part of a complete smile makeover. With more than 25 years of experience in the Arlington area, our implant dentist, Dr. D. Gordon Rye, is recognized as one of the finest in the region.
Benefits of Dental Implants
Because of the numerous benefits of this remarkable treatment, our dental implant patients throughout the Northern Virginia and Arlington region report their satisfaction with the results of our implant dentist, Dr. Gordon Rye. Dental implants are permanently anchored into the jaw, which means they feel just like natural teeth and won’t shift out of place. What’s more, dental implants are easy to maintain; they can be cleaned and flossed just like real teeth.
Another benefit of restoring smiles with dental implants is the prevention of chronic jaw pain. Dental implants keep teeth from drifting into the gap of a missing tooth, eliminating headaches and jaw pain due to teeth shifting. While dentures may still be the best choice for some patients, the lasting relief afforded by dental implants is incomparable. Dental implant technology has become incredibly reliable and has been available for more than 30 years. Today, reliability is at 98 percent. Contact our practice in Fairfax, near Arlington, Virginia, to learn more about dental implants and all of the benefits they offer.
The Dental Implant Process
Unlike a denture or crown, which can replace only the top of a tooth, a dental implant is used to restore the root of a missing tooth. Before beginning the implant process, we evaluate your medical and dental history, conduct a full clinical examination of your mouth, and take digital X-rays. With this information, Dr. Rye designs a Personalized Dental Plan including the number and location of implants to be placed. Dr. Rye then constructs a guide that ensures precise placement of your implants. The implants are placed by a surgical team experienced in working with Dr. Rye on dental implants since 1984.
Surgical Phase
During the surgical phase, the titanium implant is placed into the jawbone under light anesthesia. As the body heals, the bone around the implant fuses to the implant, leaving just a small area of metal exposed, on which a customized replacement tooth will be attached. Healing time generally takes two to six months, depending on the type of implant used.
Restorative Phase
The restorative phase of treatment takes place after the gums heal. A dental crown, bridge, or denture is crafted to fit atop the implant, and then permanently fixed to the titanium root. Once complete, the restored tooth looks, feels, and functions like its natural counterparts.
Contact Our Implant Dentist
Rye Smiles for Life, near Arlington, Virginia, is pleased to offer the best in dental implants. This remarkable technology can dramatically transform your smile by permanently restoring lost or damaged teeth. Dr. Rye is known throughout the Arlington region as a leading implant dentist. If you would like more information on the advantages of dental implant technology, we invite you to contact our office to schedule a consultation.