"Before coming to see Dr. Colquitt I had three different sets of dentures made, but none of them fit right.  I was referred to Dr. Colquitt by my dentist to do sinus lifts and dental implants.  Dr. Colquitt has been my angel!  I have been so pleased and happy with the results, they have really turned my life around and made me proud of my smile.  For the first time in 23 years I haven't had sore spots and I can eat anything I want."  - Ruth

Dental implants are a great way to replace missing teeth and also provide a fixed solution to having removable partial or complete dentures.  Implants provide excellent support and stability for these dental appliances.

Dental implants are artificial roots and teeth (usually titanium) that are surgically placed into the upper or lower jaw bone by Dr. Colquitt.  The teeth attached to implants are very natural looking and often enhance or restore a patient’s smile!

Dental implants are very strong, stable, and durable and will last many years.  They are life changing!  

Reasons for dental implants:

• Replace one or more missing teeth without affecting adjacent teeth.
• Resolve joint pain or bite problems caused by teeth shifting into missing tooth space.
• Restore a patient’s confident smile.
• Restore chewing, speech, and digestion.
• Restore or enhance facial tissues.
• Support a bridge or denture, making them more secure and comfortable.

What does getting dental implants involve?

The process of getting implants requires a number of visits over several months.

X-rays and impressions are taken of the jaw and teeth to determine bone, gum tissue, and spacing available for an implant.  While the area is numb, the implant will be surgically placed into the bone and allowed to heal and integrate itself onto the bone for up to six months.  Depending on the type of implant, a second surgery may be required in order to place the “post” that will hold the artificial tooth in place.  With other implants the post and anchor are already attached and placed at the same time.

After several weeks of healing the artificial teeth are made and fitted to the post portion of the anchor.  Because several fittings may be required, this step may take one to two months to complete.  After a healing period, the artificial teeth are securely attached to the implant, providing excellent stability and comfort to the patient.

You will receive care instructions when your treatment is completed.  Good oral hygiene, eating habits, and regular dental visits will aid in the life of your new implant.

"I was having problems with my denture.  I was wearing a full upper denture and a partial lower denture.  I had problems with eating or even chewing my food consistenly and while talking my upper denture would sometimes slip.  I felt very uncomfortable with the situation.  I read about implant dentistry and made an appointment to see Dr. Colquitt.  He developed a plan for me to undergo a major transformation of my mouth.  Dr. Colquitt made sure I was involved in every step.  I was able to choose the shape of my new teeth and the color.  I have eight dental implants which secure my upper denture.  On the lower I have permanent implants.  I did this in stages, due to my financial situation.  I am now able to eat all of the things I wanted to eat but never could.  I can now eat fried chicken and ribs without any fear of my dentures coming out.  People are always telling me that I have such a nice smile and I am no longer embarrassed about talking or eating.  Now I feel comfortable flashing a smile."  - Johnny

"I didn't want braces because I don't have a lot of patience.  When I met with Dr. Colquitt we decided to do porcelain crowns on my upper and lower teeth.  He also place two implants in the lower part of my mouth to replace two teeth that had been pulled years earlier by another dentist  I have always been a grinder and my bite was out of kilter.  After the work was done on my teeth, my bite was adjusted.  I no longer grind my teeth.  Now I can't smile enough!  Every time I smile, no matter what, I knopw I have a smile that is very pleasing."  - James