Dental Implants

Implant-Supported Bridges

If you’re missing several adjacent teeth, an implant-supported bridge provides a durable and natural-looking replacement. Instead of using your natural teeth as anchors, the bridge is supported by dental implants on either end.

Benefits:

• Restores multiple missing teeth without altering healthy neighboring teeth

• More stable than traditional bridges

• Helps maintain jawbone integrity and facial structure

• This solution is ideal for patients who want a stable and permanent fixed option.

Implant-Supported All-on-X Fixed Teeth

For patients missing all or most teeth, All-on-X full-arch implants can completely restore the upper, lower, or both arches. This system uses 4-6 strategically placed implants to secure a full set of fixed, non-removable teeth.

Benefits:

• Permanent teeth that look and function like natural teeth

• Strong bite force

• Improved facial support

• Prevents bone loss across the entire jaw

Galaxy Dental also offers same-day provisional All-on-X teeth, allowing eligible patients to leave surgery with a brand-new functional smile while the implants heal.

Full Mouth Dental Implants

For patients missing all or most of their teeth, full mouth implants offer a life-changing solution. These treatments use a small number of implants to secure a complete arch of prosthetic teeth.

Benefits:

• Permanent, non-removable solution

• Full chewing function

• Eliminates the discomfort of removable dentures

• Helps prevent bone loss throughout the jaw

​​​​​​​Full mouth implants offer a transformative solution for those seeking a complete smile

Additional Implant-Related Treatments

Bone Grafting

Bone grafting is often necessary when the jawbone is too thin or weak to support implants. At Galaxy Dental, we offer several grafting materials:

• Autograft: Bone taken from your own body - highly compatible and excellent for healing.

• Allograft: Donor bone from a certified tissue bank - no second surgical site needed.

• Xenograft: Bone from bovine or other sources - useful for building height or volume.

Bone grafting helps create the strong foundation needed for long-term implant success.

Sinus Lift Procedures

When there isn’t enough bone height in the upper jaw, a sinus lift may be required.

• Direct Sinus Lift: Performed through the implant site - best for mild to moderate lifts.

• Indirect Sinus Lift: Accessed through the side of the sinus wall - used for larger bone height increases.

These procedures ensure implants can be placed safely in the upper molar region.

What to Expect During the Dental Implant Process

At Galaxy Dental in Calgary, we take a personalized approach to every dental implant procedure to ensure your comfort and the best possible results. The process typically involves the following stages:
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• Comprehensive Consultation: Your journey begins with a thorough examination, including digital X-rays and digital scans. This allows our Calgary dental team to assess your oral health and determine whether dental implants are right for you.

• Customized Treatment Plan: Every smile is unique, so your implant plan will be tailored to your specific needs, whether you’re missing one tooth or several.

• Implant Placement: Using precise surgical techniques, the implant post is placed into the jawbone under local anesthesia or sedation for your comfort.

• Healing and Integration: Over the next few months, your jawbone naturally bonds with the implant. During this time, you may wear a temporary crown or bridge to maintain your smile’s appearance.

• Abutment and Crown Placement: Once healing is complete, an abutment (connector) is attached to the implant, and a permanent custom crown is secured on top - beautifully blending with your surrounding teeth.

Post-Operative Instructions & Maintenance

Following proper aftercare greatly increases implant longevity.

After Surgery

• Expect mild soreness or swelling for 48-72 hours

• Use cold compresses and recommended medications

• Eat soft foods and avoid chewing near the implant site

Daily Oral Hygiene

• Brush twice a day with a soft-bristle brush

• Clean around implants using floss, interdental brushes, or water flossers

Long-Term Maintenance

• Visit Galaxy Dental for regular checkups and professional cleanings

• Avoid smoking, which slows healing and increases implant risk

• Wear a nightguard if you grind your teeth

With proper care, implants can last decades - or even a lifetime.