Dental Implants in Denver & Westminster, CO

Dental implants are one of the most popular and predictable ways to replace missing teeth—they stay fixed in your mouth and, unlike bridges, don't require altering or attaching to the neighboring teeth. Every implant starts with a thorough diagnostic workup, including a 3D CBCT scan of your jaw to evaluate bone quality, space, and anatomy; from there we may recommend bone or gum grafting before, during, or after placement, and we use 3D planning to position the implant precisely with a custom surgical guide. With proper care and professional maintenance, dental implants can last for many years. Our Denver and Westminster providers are also experienced in treating implant complications like peri-implantitis (inflammation or bone loss around an implant), offering both preventive and corrective care.

Why Choose Dental Implants?

Implants have grown in popularity and reliability thanks to advanced research, 3D planning, and improved materials. For many patients, they're the closest thing to a natural tooth because they:

Stay fixed in place—no removing them to clean
Don't rely on neighboring teeth, so healthy adjacent tooth structure is left untouched
Look, feel, and function naturally
Are highly predictable and, with good care, long-lasting

What to Expect: The Implant Process

Long-term success starts with careful planning. Here's the path from consultation to a finished tooth:

Diagnostic workup & 3D planning. We take a 3D CBCT scan of your jaw to assess bone quality, available space, and anatomy, then use 3D planning technology to determine the ideal implant position and create a surgical guide for precise placement.
Preparing the site (if needed). Based on your scan, we may recommend bone or gum grafting before or during placement to ensure the implant has solid support (see below).
Implant placement. The implant is placed into the jawbone with the guidance of your custom surgical plan. Sedation options are available for your comfort.
Healing & integration. Over the next several months, the implant fuses with your bone to form a strong, stable foundation.
Your final tooth. Once healed, your general dentist attaches the custom crown that completes your new tooth.

Building a Strong Foundation: Bone & Gum Grafting

A successful implant needs enough healthy bone and gum tissue around it. Depending on your situation, we may recommend grafting before, during, or after placement:

Bone grafting and ridge preservation to maintain or rebuild the jawbone—including ridge augmentation and sinus lifts when more volume is needed
Gum grafting to ensure healthy, protective tissue surrounds your implant

These steps create the stable base that makes your implant more predictable and long-lasting.

Healing & Long-Term Care

Healing typically takes about three to six months, depending on your bone quality and whether grafting was performed, while the implant integrates with your jaw. Once your general dentist places the final crown, caring for your implant is a lot like caring for a natural tooth—daily brushing and flossing, plus regular professional cleanings and check-ups. With proper preparation, home care, and professional maintenance, dental implants can last for many years.

Treating Implant Complications: Peri-Implantitis

Just like natural teeth, implants need healthy tissue and bone around them to thrive. Peri-implantitis is inflammation and bone loss around an existing implant, and left unaddressed it can threaten the implant. Our providers are experienced in both preventing and correcting these issues, so if you have an implant showing signs of trouble—even one placed elsewhere—we can help.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does getting a dental implant hurt?

Placement is done with local anesthesia, and sedation is available, so you shouldn't feel pain during the procedure. Most patients find recovery more comfortable than they expected.

How long do dental implants last?

With good home care and regular professional maintenance, implants can last for many years—often decades. Protecting the bone and gum tissue around them is key to their longevity.

How long does the whole process take?

It varies by patient, but healing and integration typically take three to six months, and longer if grafting is needed first. We'll give you a personalized timeline at your consultation.

Can I get an implant if I've lost bone in my jaw?

Often, yes. Bone grafting, ridge augmentation, or a sinus lift can rebuild the foundation needed to support an implant even when bone has already been lost.

Who places the implant and who makes the crown?

Our periodontists surgically place the implant and manage the foundation; your general dentist then attaches the final crown—we coordinate closely with them throughout.

What is peri-implantitis?

It's inflammation and bone loss around an implant, similar to gum disease around a natural tooth. We offer both preventive care and treatment to protect your implant.