Dental Implants
Missing even one of your teeth can make it difficult to chew and speak, impacting your quality of life.
Dental implants are artificial tooth roots that support custom restorations to restore your oral function and appearance.
Dr. Phil Herlihey and Dr. Mohamad Alkassir in Rockford, IL, can provide dental implant treatment to help you look and feel your best.
What Are Dental Implants?
Implants are titanium posts that are surgically placed in the jaw. These posts act as artificial tooth roots and support restorations such as dentures, dental bridges, and dental crowns. Dental implants also provide amazing bone-saving benefits. When you lose a tooth, the jawbone no longer receives the stimulation the tooth roots once provided, and the bone can begin to deteriorate. Implants replace the tooth roots, giving the jaw the stimulation it needs to stay healthy. They are the only tooth replacement option that offers this advantage.
Transform Your Smile and Quality of Life Request a Dental Implant Consultation Today
Missing teeth can make life difficult. Chewing and speaking can be harder, and smiling can feel embarrassing. Fortunately, the team at Gentle Family Dentistry can help. Our Rockford dental practice uses advanced technology during the implant process, such as computer-aided surgical guides, and 3D CT scans.
Our dentists, Phil Herlihey and Mohamad Alkassir, also use a computer-controlled local anesthetic delivery system, which only four dentists in the area have. Experience paired with state-of-the-art technology means our doctors can provide advanced dental implant care for better patient comfort and outcomes.
Start your journey to a beautifully restored smile today. Call our practice in Rockford, IL, or contact us online.
(815) 633-3865
Hear What Rockford Patients Say About Gentle Family Dentistry
Brenda Martin
2022
From the very first call to Gentle Family Dentistry I was treated with kindness and professionalism. Everyone was so pleasant and understanding of my uneasiness and helped me to relax. They came up with a plan to fix the issue and I'm so pleased I gave them a call.
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2022
The staff there was absolutely amazing. Dr. Phil Herlihey was so great. I will be going nowhere else for my dental needs. Thanks again to everyone there for taking great care of me.
View on GoogleSee the Stunning Results for Yourself One Patient's Dental Implant Transformation
This patient came to our Rockford, IL, dental practice suffering from significant tooth loss along their upper dental arch. Dental implants and a custom restoration filled in the gap to restore his look and oral function.
We Offer These Implant-Supported Restorations
Implants can support a variety of restorations depending on your needs.
If you are missing most or all of your teeth, implant-supported dentures can restore one or both dental arches.
A dental bridge can replace several consecutive missing teeth to effectively fill the gaps in your smile.
A single missing tooth can be replaced with an implant-supported crown, restoring your oral function.
The Dental Implant Timeline
Dental implants offer maximum stability for restorations, as well as incredible bone-saving benefits for your jaw health. We can customize your implant treatment plan to meet your unique needs.
All that is left is to enjoy your new smile!
See How Implant-Supported Dentures Work
Four to six implants are placed along one or both dental arches. Your dentist will then secure your dentures to the implants for superior stability and bone health.
Aftercare Tips for Dental Implant Patients
It is important to remember that your dentures, bridges, or crowns will wear over time and will need replacing. However, with proper care, your dental implants can last a lifetime, and your restorations can last for 15 years or more. Here are some tips to maintain your new smile.
Practice Good Oral Hygiene
You can care for your new restorations just like you would for your natural teeth. Floss once a day and brush at least twice a day with a soft-bristled brush.
Visit Your Dentist for Regular Checkups
Continue attending routine checkups with your dentist. He can help you maintain your oral health and catch any potential issues before they grow.
Practice Good Oral Habits
Avoid biting your nails and using your teeth as tools, like for opening packages. Be mindful of hard or sticky foods like ice, nuts, or caramel, as they could potentially damage your restorations.Insurance and Financing For Dental Implants
Most dental insurance plans do not cover the cost of dental implants. However, they may partially cover the cost of your restorations. We accept most dental insurance, as well as financing, to eliminate financial barriers and help patients enjoy the amazing benefits of dental implants.
"Absolutely wonderful." More 5-Star Reviews for Our Dental Team
Robbin Bowers
2022
This office is clean, friendly, and absolutely wonderful. They scheduled quickly and the dentist is the best I've ever seen. 5 Stars Plus.
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2022
I don't normally write reviews but I would definitely recommend going to them. I am so scared of the dentist but they was nice and understanding and helped me work through my fears
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