Dental Implants in Metairie, LA
Dental implants replace missing teeth from the root up, restoring the stability that makes eating and speaking feel natural again. At Smile Solutions DMD, Dr. Mitchell Pierce has been involved in the surgical placement and restoration of dental implants for more than 26 years, and he was the first dentist in the Southeast Louisiana area to attain Fellowship with the American Academy of Implant Dentistry. Patients from Metairie, New Orleans, the West Bank, Kenner, River Parishes, and surrounding communities are welcome.
A Replacement That Starts at the Root
Because the implant is anchored in bone, neighboring teeth are left intact and the jaw continues to receive stimulation where the natural tooth root used to be.
- Anchored in the jaw rather than resting on the gums
- Improved chewing compared with unsupported removable options
- Restorations shaped and shaded to blend with your teeth
Our Dental Implant Services
Implant treatment is not one procedure but a range of options matched to how many teeth are missing and the condition of your jawbone.
- Dental Implants
Single and multiple tooth replacement using implant posts and custom restorations.
- All-on-4® Implants
Full-arch tooth replacement supported by a small number of strategically placed implants.
- Implant-Supported Dentures
Dentures stabilized by implants for improved retention while eating and speaking.
- Cone Beam Imaging
Three-dimensional imaging used to evaluate bone volume and plan implant placement.
Missing One Tooth or Several?
An implant evaluation clarifies whether you are a candidate and what treatment would involve.
What to Expect During Implant Treatment
Implant care is staged so each phase has time to heal properly before the next begins.
Evaluation and Planning
An exam, digital X-rays, and cone beam imaging when appropriate show bone height and width so implant position can be planned precisely.
Implant Placement
The implant post is placed in the jaw using local anesthesia, with clear instructions for the days that follow.
Healing and Integration
Over the following months, bone grows around the implant so it can support normal chewing forces.
Final Restoration
Your custom crown, bridge, or denture is attached, then checked against your bite and adjusted for comfort.
Planned With Three-Dimensional Imaging
Before treatment begins, imaging shows bone height and width in three dimensions. You will see what we see and understand the plan before committing to anything.
If additional preparation is needed before an implant can be placed, we will tell you that up front rather than partway through treatment.
Dr. Pierce Explains Dental Implants
Schedule an Implant Consultation
Contact Smile Solutions DMD at 504-613-5100 to schedule a consultation with Dr. Mitchell Pierce and learn which implant approach fits your needs.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dental Implants
Helpful Answers to Common Questions
A dental implant is a small post placed in the jawbone that acts as a replacement tooth root. Once the area has healed, a crown, bridge, or denture is attached to the implant to restore the visible portion of the tooth.
Implants can replace a single tooth, several teeth, or a full arch. A single implant supports one crown, while a small number of implants can support a bridge or a full-arch restoration such as All-on-4.
Candidacy depends on your gum health, the amount of available jawbone, and your overall health. An evaluation that includes three-dimensional imaging shows whether there is enough bone to support an implant or whether additional preparation is needed first.
Implant treatment is staged over time because the implant needs to integrate with the bone before the final restoration is attached. The full timeline varies by patient and is reviewed with you after your evaluation.
Implants are cared for much like natural teeth. Brush twice daily, clean between your teeth and around the implant every day, and keep regular checkups so the implant and surrounding gum tissue can be monitored. To ask about implants, call Smile Solutions DMD at 504-613-5100.