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Dental implants are one of the most reliable solutions for replacing teeth lost to decay, gum disease, or trauma. If you’re weighing your tooth-replacement options, implants should be a top contender for their strength, natural look, and long-term benefits.
Located in the Beverly Grove neighborhood of Los Angeles, California, Irving S. Lebovics, DDS, provides high-quality dental implants using advanced imaging and precision-guided techniques to design replacement teeth that blend seamlessly with your natural smile.
A dental implant is placed through a minor surgical procedure in which a small titanium post is embedded into your jawbone. Titanium is biocompatible, allowing the post to integrate with your natural bone in a process known as osseointegration. This fusion creates a strong, stable base for a single artificial tooth, several teeth, or a bridge.
Healing times vary, but most patients need 6–12 weeks for the implant to fully stabilize before the final restoration is attached. Good oral health is essential for implant success, and Dr. Lebovics will evaluate the density and condition of your jawbone to ensure it can support the implant.
If your jawbone isn’t thick or strong enough, you may need bone grafting, a common procedure in which bone material from another area — or a compatible substitute — is used to reinforce your jaw before implant placement.
Dental implants provide several significant advantages beyond filling a gap in your smile. Here are five key reasons they stand out from other tooth-replacement options:
When a tooth is lost, the underlying bone begins to deteriorate from lack of stimulation. This can eventually change your facial structure and lead to additional dental problems.
Implants act like natural tooth roots, helping preserve bone volume and support your facial shape.
Missing teeth can make chewing difficult and speech less clear.
Dental implants restore full biting strength and stability, helping you eat comfortably and speak with confidence.
Unlike dentures or some bridges, dental implants don’t shift, pinch, or irritate your gums.
Because they’re anchored directly into the jaw, implants feel secure and function much like natural teeth.
With routine brushing, flossing, and regular dental visits, implants can last many years — often a decade or more.
While the crown (artificial tooth) may eventually need replacement due to wear, the implant post itself is built to be long-lasting.
Dental implants don’t require special cleaning products or adhesives.
You care for them just as you would your natural teeth, making them a convenient and low-maintenance solution.
Restore your smile with a solution built for strength, comfort, and longevity. Call Irving S. Lebovics, DDS, today to schedule a dental implant consultation or request your appointment online.