Dental implants come in all different designs. The most effective, however, are those made of durable titanium. These screws are able to integrate with your jawbone, forming a strong connection that supports restorations like crowns, bridges, or dentures. But even among titanium implants, there are a few different types to choose from. At Sonora Dentist, we offer innovative one-piece implants! Thanks to their unique design, these titanium posts help save you both time and money.
How One-Piece Implants Save You Time
A traditional multi-piece implant has multiple components in its structure. Typically, these include the implant body, the abutment, and a tiny screw that holds the abutment and implant body together. This type of implant is a tried-and-true method for replacing missing teeth. But it’s not always the best method for every patient.
Because it has multiple pieces, we need to place these implants over several appointments. First, we place the body of the implant. Then, after a few months of healing, we place the abutment and screw. At this appointment, we’re able to supply you with a temporary restoration to keep your smile functional.
After a few more weeks of healing, the implant will be strong enough to support a final restoration! Overall, the entire process takes anywhere from 3 to 6 months.
With one-piece implants, you can cut down significantly on treatment time. These titanium screws are simply one piece, with the implant body, abutment, and small screw combined. And because of their sleek design, we’re able to place these implants in just one appointment.
We begin by creating a pilot hole in your jawbone. The opening gives us just enough room to carefully guide the implant in place. Then, once it’s in your bone, your implant will immediately begin to integrate. With same-day capabilities, we can place your temporary in this visit as well!
Then, in just a few weeks, you’ll return to our office for your final crown, bridge, or denture.
How One-Piece Implants Save You Money
One-piece implants don’t just save you time. They can also save patients a lot of money.
For most multi-piece implants, there are at least three pieces that you need to purchase. The body, abutment, and small screw are all sold separately. On top of those fees, you also have to pay for each placement appointment. These costs quickly add up, resulting in large out-of-pocket fees.
In contrast, a one-piece dental implant is sold as one unit. And, in most cases, patients only need to pay for one placement appointment!
Of course, your specific costs will depend entirely on your case. But most of our patients find that using one-piece implants instead of multi-piece implants cuts their cost almost in half!
Making Your Implants Even More Affordable
It’s important to note that in many cases, neither one-piece nor multi-piece implants are covered by insurance. While there are some exceptions, this will depend on your provider and your plan’s coverage. During your free implant consultation with us, we will determine which implant is right for you, give you a cost estimate of your treatment, and review your insurance coverage.
For patients without insurance, there are other ways to make your care more affordable. At Sonora Dentist, we partner with several third-party financing companies. For eligible patients, these lending institutions help split your costs into manageable monthly payments, but you’ll need to apply. Our office will help you with your application, and for eligible patients, we’ll help you find a solution that works for your budget.
Book a Free Implant Consultation Today in Sonora, CA!
There are several types of titanium implants, including multi-piece implants and one-piece implants. At Sonora Dentist, we offer one-piece implants to patients because of the great benefits they provide. If you’re looking for less time-consuming and more affordable care, book a free consultation with us in Sonora, CA!
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