Single tooth implants in Timonium
Missing one tooth? A single implant replaces both the root and the crown—without relying on the teeth on either side. Talk through bone, gums, cost and timing at a consultation.
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Timonium, MD
Single tooth implants in Timonium
1 implant per tooth
Just the size of the tooth it replaces.
Titanium or ceramic
Titanium is most common; ceramic and zirconia are the holistic choice.
Neighboring teeth left alone
Unlike a bridge, an implant doesn’t lean on the teeth beside the gap.
Every dental service in Timonium, all in one place.
Single tooth implants are one part of a full-service practice, and every one of these dental services is available in the same Timonium office.
Your single implant, step by step
Here’s how replacing one tooth with an implant works at the practice.
Check your bone and gums
Placement starts with a careful radiographic review to confirm there’s enough bone to support an implant. A CBCT dental scan can show problems with bone quality or quantity, and your gum and general health are discussed too.
Place the implant
The implant takes over the job of the tooth’s root. When a tooth is being removed, the implant can often be placed immediately, at the time of the extraction.
Heal, then restore the tooth
Implants need at least 6–8 weeks of healing after surgery. A temporary tooth can sometimes be made, though a back tooth is often left unrestored while it heals. The abutment and crown then complete your new tooth.
Patients in Timonium and Towson. In their words.
4.7 stars from 147 Google reviews · Dr. Steven W. Haywood, DDS: 35+ years in practice, Fellow of the ICOI, member of the AACD
“When I realized Dr. Haywood could give me implants that would be just like my natural teeth, I signed up immediately. After only a few painless visits, I had a smile like never before.”—Robert
“I’ve been putting off some serious dental procedures because of anxiety… Dr Haywood has been awesome with me. I have had major bone loss and need multiple implants, and he has made the whole experience very easy.”—Amanda
“Received excellent care. Always detailed the work to be done and the cost. Friendly staff. Highly recommend.”—Dan
“Happy I found a true dentist that appreciates a biological approach to dental care. Very informative, and the entire staff were super friendly and helpful with me as a new patient.”—N. S.
“I’ve finally found my dentist and I couldn’t be happier! Really impressed by how comfortable they made me feel from the moment I walked in.”—Andrew
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- No-interest financing options with CareCredit for up to 12 months
- Cherry uses a soft credit check that won’t affect your credit score
- Out of network: we file your insurance paperwork for you
- Apply online before your visit and get a decision in minutes
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Usually three parts: the implant “screw” that replaces the root of the tooth, the abutment (post) that supports the new tooth, and the crown, which is either screwed or cemented onto the post or the implant itself. Implants come in specific lengths and widths, sized for your particular need.
That’s decided at a consultation, not from a webpage. A careful radiographic review checks whether there’s enough bone to support an implant, and a CBCT scan can show problems with bone quality or quantity. Gum health, your general health and smoking are all worth raising openly, since active gum disease needs attention first and implants are less successful in smokers. Request a consultation.
Titanium implants are the most common and successful type. Ceramic and zirconia implants are also possible and are essentially the holistic implant of choice, though ceramic implants cost more than traditional ones. Dr. Haywood can explain which suits your mouth and your priorities.
A removable partial denture costs the least, but it comes in and out, usually has metal clasps and can affect how you taste food. A fixed bridge is attached to neighboring teeth and is harder to clean. A single implant replaces the whole tooth without affecting the teeth beside it, and in this office is regularly less expensive and more conservative than a bridge.
It depends on your case: complex cases cost more and simple cases cost less. Ceramic implants cost more than titanium, and leaving a back tooth unrestored during healing can reduce the overall expense. You can go over the costs for your own tooth at a consultation, and financing is available through CareCredit and Cherry. See financing options.
Implants need a healing time of at least 6–8 weeks after surgery before the tooth is restored, and full integration into the bone takes longer than that. From your first visit to your finished tooth, the entire process can take several months.
Pain after an implant procedure is described as negligible. You’ll leave with gauze over the site and instructions to follow: soft food and plenty of fluids for the first 24 hours, no exercise that day, and no straws, vigorous rinsing, smoking or alcohol, which can dislodge the protective blood clot. Read the post-op instructions.
Leave it undisturbed: avoid chewing directly on it and don’t touch it with your tongue or fingers. From 24 hours, rinse gently with lukewarm salt water 3–4 times a day, and use ice bags for pain and swelling. Call the office if numbness lasts beyond 12 hours. After an upper implant or sinus graft, don’t blow your nose for 8 days and sneeze with your mouth open. See implant aftercare.
Current thinking is that implants may last a lifetime. They don’t decay and seem far less affected by gum disease than natural teeth. With proper planning, placement and maintenance, a single tooth implant can be a potential lifetime solution.
108 W Timonium Rd, Ste 200, Timonium, MD 21093, serving Timonium, Towson, Pikesville, Baltimore and the surrounding communities. New patients are welcome. The practice is out of network with insurance companies: you pay at the time of service and the office files the paperwork on your behalf for maximum reimbursement. HSA and flex plans are welcome, and financing is available through CareCredit and Cherry. See financing options.