Dental Implants
Restore Your Smile With Confidence
Missing teeth can affect more than just your smile—they can impact your ability to chew, speak, and feel confident in daily life. At Oakwood Family Dental in Jacksonville, NC, we offer dental implants as a permanent, natural-looking solution to restore both function and appearance.
What Are Dental Implants?
Dental implants are small titanium posts placed in the jawbone that act as artificial tooth roots. Once the implant bonds with the bone, a custom crown is attached, creating a replacement tooth that looks, feels, and functions like your own.
Whether you’re missing a single tooth, multiple teeth, or need full-arch replacement, implants provide a stable and long-lasting solution.
Benefits of Dental Implants
- Permanent & Long-Lasting - With proper care, implants can last decades
- Natural Appearance - Designed to blend seamlessly with your existing teeth.
- Improved Chewing & Speaking - Enjoy your favorite foods again without worry.
- Protects Jawbone Health - Prevents bone loss that often follows tooth loss.
- No Impact on Neighboring Teeth - Unlike bridges, implants don’t require altering healthy teeth.
Our Implant Process
- Personalized Consultation- Dr. Cody will evaluate your oral health, review X-rays, and design a treatment plan tailored to you
- Implant Placement- A small titamium post is placed in the jaw to act as a replacement root
- Healing & Integration- Over time, the implant fuses with your jawbone for long-term stability
- Custom Restoration- A crown, bridge, or denture is attached to complete your new smile.
Who is a candidate?
Most healthy adults are candidates for dental implants. Ideal candidates have:
- Healthy gums
- Adequate bone structure
- Good overall health for healing
If your unsure whether implants are right for you, call us today and a team member can walk you through your options!
FAQ’s
How long do dental implants last? With proper care, dental implants can last decades
Are implants painful? Most patients report little to no discomfort during the procedure and minimal discomfort while healing
Does insurance cover implants? Coverage varies by plan. We’re happy to review your benefits and discuss flexible payment options, including Cherry and our inhouse membership plan
Why Dental Implants at Oakwood Family Dental?
