Dental Implants in Tottenham, Ontario — A Permanent Solution for Missing Teeth
Dental implants are the gold standard for replacing missing teeth. A dental implant is a small titanium post that is surgically placed into the jawbone, where it fuses with the surrounding bone through a natural process called osseointegration. Once integrated, the implant serves as a permanent artificial tooth root—strong enough to support a crown, a bridge, or even a full arch of replacement teeth.
At Simcoe Dental Implants in Tottenham, Ontario, implant dentistry is not one service among many—it is our entire practice. Dr. Elvis Filo has placed and restored over 5,000 implants, and every procedure benefits from in-house CBCT scanning, digital treatment planning, and CAD/CAM prosthetic design.
How Dental Implants Work
A dental implant consists of three components: the titanium post (the implant itself), the abutment (a connector piece), and the restoration (the visible crown, bridge, or denture). Together, these components replicate the structure and function of a natural tooth from root to crown.
Unlike traditional bridges, implants do not require grinding down adjacent healthy teeth for support. Unlike removable dentures, they are permanently anchored in the jaw and will never slip, click, or fall out. Implants also stimulate the jawbone during chewing, which prevents the bone resorption that occurs when teeth are missing.
The Implant Process at Simcoe Dental Implants
Step 1 — Consultation & 3D Imaging: Your journey begins with a comprehensive examination, including a CBCT scan that produces detailed 3D images of your jaw. Dr. Filo uses this data to evaluate bone density, nerve location, and sinus proximity, and to plan the precise angle and depth of each implant.
Step 2 — Implant Placement Surgery: Using digital surgical guides, the titanium post is placed into the jawbone with exceptional accuracy. Depending on your case, this may be done under local anesthesia, IV sedation, or general anesthesia.
Step 3 — Healing & Osseointegration: Over the following 3–6 months, the bone fuses around the implant, creating a rock-solid foundation. In many cases, a temporary tooth is provided during this period so you are never without teeth.
Step 4 — Final Restoration: Once the implant has fully integrated, a custom-made crown, bridge, or prosthetic is attached. The result looks, feels, and functions like a natural tooth.
Who Is a Candidate for Dental Implants?
Most adults with good general health are candidates for dental implants. Factors that influence candidacy include bone density, gum health, and any conditions that affect healing (such as uncontrolled diabetes or heavy smoking). If bone loss is present, procedures such as bone grafting, sinus lifts, or pterygoid implants can often make implant placement possible—even in cases other providers have deemed untreatable.
Whether you are missing a single tooth, several teeth, or all of your teeth, we have a solution tailored to your situation. Options include All-on-4, All-on-6, Full Arch Implants, and Full Mouth Reconstruction. Patients come to us from Alliston, Barrie, Bradford, Beeton, Innisfil, Orangeville, and across Simcoe County for the focused expertise that our implant-exclusive clinic provides.
Contact our team at (905) 936-4663 to schedule your implant consultation.
How Dental Implants Work
A dental implant consists of three components: the titanium post (the implant itself), the abutment (a connector piece), and the restoration (the visible crown, bridge, or denture). Together, these components replicate the structure and function of a natural tooth from root to crown.
Unlike traditional bridges, implants do not require grinding down adjacent healthy teeth for support. Unlike removable dentures, they are permanently anchored in the jaw and will never slip, click, or fall out. Implants also stimulate the jawbone during chewing, which prevents the bone resorption that occurs when teeth are missing.
The Implant Process at Simcoe Dental Implants
Step 1 — Consultation & 3D Imaging: Your journey begins with a comprehensive examination, including a CBCT scan that produces detailed 3D images of your jaw. Dr. Filo uses this data to evaluate bone density, nerve location, and sinus proximity, and to plan the precise angle and depth of each implant.
Step 2 — Implant Placement Surgery: Using digital surgical guides, the titanium post is placed into the jawbone with exceptional accuracy. Depending on your case, this may be done under local anesthesia, IV sedation, or general anesthesia.
Step 3 — Healing & Osseointegration: Over the following 3–6 months, the bone fuses around the implant, creating a rock-solid foundation. In many cases, a temporary tooth is provided during this period so you are never without teeth.
Step 4 — Final Restoration: Once the implant has fully integrated, a custom-made crown, bridge, or prosthetic is attached. The result looks, feels, and functions like a natural tooth.
Who Is a Candidate for Dental Implants?
Most adults with good general health are candidates for dental implants. Factors that influence candidacy include bone density, gum health, and any conditions that affect healing (such as uncontrolled diabetes or heavy smoking). If bone loss is present, procedures such as bone grafting, sinus lifts, or pterygoid implants can often make implant placement possible—even in cases other providers have deemed untreatable.
Whether you are missing a single tooth, several teeth, or all of your teeth, we have a solution tailored to your situation. Options include All-on-4, All-on-6, Full Arch Implants, and Full Mouth Reconstruction. Patients come to us from Alliston, Barrie, Bradford, Beeton, Innisfil, Orangeville, and across Simcoe County for the focused expertise that our implant-exclusive clinic provides.
Contact our team at (905) 936-4663 to schedule your implant consultation.