Dental Implants

Dental Implants in Austin and Round Rock TX

Losing a tooth changes more than just your smile. It affects how you chew, how you speak, and over time it can affect the shape of your jaw and the health of the teeth around it. Dental implants are the closest thing modern dentistry has to a natural tooth and at Forest Family Dentistry we are proud to offer implant placement and restoration across all five of our Austin and Round Rock locations, led by Dr. Robin Bethell who has dedicated thousands of hours to advanced implant training and continuing education.

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What Is a Dental Implant?

A dental implant is a small titanium post that is placed directly into the jawbone where a tooth is missing. Over the following weeks the post fuses with the surrounding bone in a process called osseointegration, creating a stable and permanent anchor that functions just like a natural tooth root. Once that foundation is in place a custom crown, bridge, or denture is attached on top, restoring your smile completely and giving you the ability to eat, speak, and laugh without thinking twice about it.

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Types of Implants We Place

Endosteal implants are the most common type and the one most patients receive. They are placed directly into the jawbone and can support a single crown, a bridge spanning multiple teeth, or a full arch restoration for patients who are missing all or most of their teeth.

Subperiosteal implants are positioned under the gum tissue but above the jawbone and may be a good option for patients with lower bone density who are not ideal candidates for bone grafting. Our team will evaluate your specific situation and recommend the approach that gives you the best long term outcome.

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Dental Implants vs Dentures

Traditional dentures sit on top of the gums and can shift, slip, and require adhesives to stay in place. They also do not stop the jawbone from shrinking over time the way a natural tooth root does. Dental implants are fixed permanently in place, stimulate the bone the same way natural teeth do, and require no special maintenance beyond normal brushing and flossing. For patients who are considering their options, implants consistently deliver better long term results for both function and quality of life.

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Financing and Affordability

We believe everyone deserves access to high quality tooth replacement and we work hard to make implants as accessible as possible for our patients. We offer financing options, phased treatment plans that spread the cost over time, and our team will help you understand your insurance coverage before your first appointment so there are no surprises. Dental implants are an investment but they are also one that tends to pay for itself many times over in comfort, confidence, and long term oral health.

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If you are searching for dental implants in Austin or Round Rock TX, we would love to start with a consultation. Give us a call or book online at any of our five locations and our team will walk you through everything from start to finish.