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Dental Implants

Dental Implants in Billings, MT

A Permanent Solution for Missing Teeth

Missing teeth can affect more than just your smile—they can impact your confidence, speech, and ability to enjoy your favorite foods. At Brewer Dental Center, we offer dental implants as a permanent, natural-looking solution to restore both the function and beauty of your smile. Whether you are missing one tooth, several teeth, or need a secure alternative to dentures, our dental implant options can give you back the confidence you deserve.

Frequently Asked Questions

What Are Dental Implants?

Dental implants are replacement tooth roots made of biocompatible titanium. Once placed in your jaw, they naturally fuse with the bone—a process called osseointegration—providing a secure foundation for crowns, bridges, or dentures. Implants are considered the gold standard for tooth replacement because they:

  • Look, feel, and function like natural teeth
  • Prevent bone loss in the jaw
  • Restore the ability to eat and speak with confidence
  • Offer a long-lasting, durable solution

 

How the Dental Implant Process Works

Our implant procedures use advanced technology to make the process precise and comfortable. The treatment typically includes three key steps:

  1. Placement – A titanium implant is placed into the jawbone, serving as a secure root for your new tooth.
  2. Healing – Over time, the implant fuses with the bone to create a stable foundation.
  3. Restoration – A custom-made porcelain crown is attached to the implant, blending seamlessly with your natural teeth.

The result is a fully restored smile that looks and feels just like your own.

Anatomy of a Dental Implant

Implants provide a strong foundation for replacement of missing teeth, whether singly, for multiple teeth, or as a sturdy base for bridges and dentures.

A dental implant designed to replace a single tooth is composed of three parts:

Benefits of Dental Implants

Patients love implants because they provide a true replacement for missing teeth, not just a temporary fix. Some of the biggest benefits include:

  • Improved appearance and self-confidence
  • Clearer speech compared to dentures
  • Easier eating without slipping or shifting
  • Protection of healthy surrounding teeth
  • Prevention of bone loss in the jaw

Long-term durability—with proper care, implants can last a lifetime

Types of Dental Implants We Offer

Single Tooth Implants

Replace one missing tooth with a single implant and crown—without affecting the neighboring teeth.

Implant-Supported Bridges

Replace several missing teeth in a row with fewer implants, providing a strong, fixed solution.

Implant-Supported Dentures

Enjoy the stability of dentures that stay in place without adhesives or slipping.

All-on-4 Dental Implants

For patients needing a full-arch restoration, our All-on-4 implants can give you a brand-new smile in just one day. Using as few as four implants, we can securely attach a full set of replacement teeth—allowing you to eat, speak, and smile with confidence again.

All-on-4 Dental Implants

New Teeth, New Smile in Just One Day

All-on-4 dental implants allow patients to replace an entire set of missing teeth with a fixed, stable solution in a single visit.

Benefits of All-on-4 Implants

  • Immediate results—new smile in one day
  • Uses 4–6 implants to secure a full arch
  • More stable and comfortable than traditional dentures
  • Advanced 3D-guided technology ensures precision

If you are struggling with missing teeth or loose dentures, All-on-4 implants may be the solution you have been searching for.

Dental Implant Cost

The cost of dental implants varies depending on your individual treatment plan, including the number of implants and type of restoration. While implants are an investment, many patients find them priceless because of the dramatic improvement in function, health, and confidence. Our team will review all costs, insurance coverage, and payment options with you during your consultation.

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Why Choose Brewer Dental Center for Dental Implants?

At Brewer Dental Center, we are proud to be one of the few practices in Billings offering fully guided dental implant surgeries. This means we carefully plan every step of your treatment using 3D imaging technology to ensure optimal placement, greater comfort, and long-lasting results. Combined with our experienced implant team and personalized approach, you can trust us to restore your smile with precision and care.

Answers to Your Questions About Implants

What are dental implants?

Dental implants are a common option for replacing missing teeth. Unlike removable dentures that rest on the gum line, surgeons surgically implant dental implants into the jaw as a long-term treatment. These implanted, artificial teeth look like real teeth and have the same functionality as well. They are a more permanent solution to ordinary dentures and bridgework.

There are many benefits to dental implants but the most common ones we see at Brewer Dental Center include:

  • Improved appearance. Dental implants look and feel more natural than dentures. Because dental implants blend into your jaw, they become permanent. Eventually, you won’t even notice them.
  • Improved speech. Dentures can slip in your mouth, become loose, and make talking clearly very difficult. Dental implants, on the other hand, replace your teeth without requiring any sort of daily adjustments.
  • Improved comfort. Once you get used to the feel of your new dental implants, you will consider them a natural part of you.
  • Easier eating. No more having to worry about not being able to eat your favorite foods! Since your jaw fuses with dental implants, they work just like regular teeth.
  • The procedure does not affect working teeth. Dental implants do not affect working teeth. With a tooth-supported bridge, you have to reduce nearby healthy teeth to support your replacements. However, dental implants do not affect working teeth, improving your overall oral health. Plus, it’s easier to brush between individual implanted teeth.
  • They will last a long time. With good care, these durable implants can last a lifetime.

Dental implants are implanted into the jawbone where they replace the roots of the teeth that are missing. The implants contain titanium. When implanted into the jaw, the titanium allows the growth of bone into and around the implant. This is called integration. The dental implants hold firmly in place and do not slip or make noise. There are different types of dental implants available and the way that dental implant surgery is performed will depend on the type of implant that is chosen as well as the condition of the jaw.

Dental implants are a good option for many people but they are the best option for people:

  • Having more than one missing tooth
  • Having a jawbone that has reached full growth
  • Having ample amounts of bone to secure the implant
  • Having healthy oral tissues
  • Being unwilling or unable to wear dentures

Yes! Unlike traditional dentures and bridgework, dental implants do not cause any damage to the bone. Additionally, all of the material used for dental implants are safe and do not cause any decay. Still, individuals with certain medical conditions, such as high blood pressure and diabetes, should check with their healthcare provider prior to having dental implant surgery. Fortunately, dentists will give most individuals with these conditions the green light for the procedure, as long as they meet certain precautions. Dentists do not recommend dental implant surgery for children because their jaws have not yet reached full growth.

As with any surgical procedure, there are some health risks associated with dental implant surgery. Complications are relatively rare and when they do occur they are generally mild, requiring minimal treatment. Possible health risks associated with dental implant surgery include:

  • Infection occurring at the implant site
  • Damage to surrounding teeth or blood vessels
  • Nerve damage
  • Pain
  • Numbness
  • Tingling
  • Sinus problems

Minor side effects of dental implant surgery include:

  • Swelling of the gums
  • Swelling of the face
  • Pain at implant site
  • Bleeding

These side effects are relatively mild and often improve shortly. Your doctor may prescribe antibiotics or pain medications. The doctor will instruct you to eat only soft foods for up to one week.
Surgeons typically use self-dissolving stitches.

Unfortunately, dental implant surgery is not always successful. If the bone does not fuse to the implant, the surgeon will have to remove it and can repeat the procedure. Still, this is incredibly rare. Maintaining good oral hygiene after dental implant surgery can help decrease the risk of complications and problems that may arise with dental implants.

The dentist must conduct a comprehensive dental exam and evaluation before the procedure can take place. This will include dental X-rays and taking a mold of your mouth to make a model of your mouth. At BDC, we have an entire team of dental professionals who will help to create your personal treatment plan.

Prior to the surgery, you will have the chance to discuss with your doctor the different anesthesia options available. You will have a choice of local, general or sedation anesthesia. Together with your dental specialist and health care team you can determine which option is the best choice for you.

Schedule Your Dental Implant Consultation in Billings, MT

If you’re ready to restore your smile with dental implants, our team is here to help. Whether you need a single tooth replaced or are considering All-on-4 implants, we will create a treatment plan tailored to your needs.

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