A dental implant replaces a missing tooth from the root up: a small titanium post in the jawbone, topped with a crown that looks and works like the tooth you lost. At Dr. Chelsea Mason Dental the implant is placed by Dr. William Mason, our in-house periodontist, and the crown is made and fitted by Dr. Chelsea Mason in the same office.
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Once Dr. William Mason places the implant and it has healed, Dr. Chelsea Mason makes and fits the crown, bridge or denture that goes on top. She plans that final tooth with him from the start, so the implant is placed where the new tooth needs to be.
Dr. William Mason is a periodontist, the specialty focused on gums and the bone that holds your teeth. That matters for implants because the implant only lasts if the bone around it is healthy. He handles bone grafting, sinus lifts and the placement itself, then Dr. Chelsea Mason designs the crown, bridge or denture that goes on top.
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It depends on how many implants you need and whether bone grafting is required. We give you an exact quote at your free consultation after the 3D scan, and we offer payment plans and CareCredit. Many insurance plans now cover part of the cost.
Dr. William Mason, our periodontist, places the implant and does any grafting. Dr. Chelsea Mason makes and fits the crown. Both are in this office.
Typically three to six months from placement to final crown, because the bone needs time to fuse to the implant. Some cases qualify for a temporary tooth the same day so you are never without a tooth.
The placement is done with local anesthetic, and sedation is available if you want it. Most patients say it is easier than the extraction was. Expect some soreness for a few days, managed with over-the-counter pain relievers.
Often, yes. Bone grafting rebuilds the area so an implant can be placed. Because our periodontist does grafting in-house, bone loss usually adds a step rather than ruling you out.
With normal brushing, flossing and regular cleanings, the implant itself can last decades. The crown on top typically lasts 10 to 15 years and can be replaced without touching the implant.
We provide dental implants services to patients throughout the Great Lakes Bay Region:
