Dental implants require restoration following the initial surgical placement. The titanium implant is placed in the gums and jaw tissue to serve as an artificial tooth root. Once the implant has healed, it must be restored with a dental crown or another implant-supported restoration.

At Dr. Salman Khanani, we provide both dental implant placement and restoration services. Following the placement of the implant, multiple appointments spanning 3-6 months are necessary for the restoration process.

If an existing implant-supported restoration becomes worn out or breaks, it may require restoration. While titanium implants can last for at least 30 years, the crown or restoration may need to be replaced within 10-20 years due to daily wear and tear.

If restoration is necessary, a dentist in Princeton like Dr. Khanani can remove the old restoration and craft a new, custom-fitted crown for the dental implant.

Restoring a dental implant typically takes 3-6 months or longer for healing and bonding with bone tissue. However, if you need a new restoration for a damaged or worn implant, the process is much quicker.

You can expect to receive a new implant restoration within 2-3 weeks. Dr. Khanani will take measurements and impressions of your teeth and implant, send this information to a dental lab, and have a new restoration crafted.

After a follow-up appointment to check the crown, the dental implant restoration will be permanently attached to your implant, and you can go home.