At Godfrey Dentistry in Somersworth, NH, we provide dental implant restorations. A qualified specialist we coordinate with places the implant, and our team plans, designs, and fits the custom restoration and guides you through every step from consultation to recovery. You get a complete plan with one team looking after your final result.
Schedule an Implant ConsultationHow Our Team and Your Surgeon Work Together
Implant treatment has two parts, and the best results come when both are planned from the same blueprint. We begin with the final smile in mind, so the implant is positioned to support the restoration you will wear for years. Here is how the work is shared.
Our office handles the restorative side.
- Your consultation, exam, and 3D imaging
- Coordinating your plan with the implant specialist
- Digital impressions and the design of your custom crown, bridge, or denture
- Fitting, adjusting, and placing your final restoration
- Long term checkups and maintenance of your implant restoration
The specialist handles the surgical side.
- Placing the titanium implant post in the jawbone
- Any bone grafting or sinus lift needed to support the implant
- Guiding your healing until the implant is ready for its restoration
Is an Implant Restoration Right for You?
Most patients are candidates for implants, but they are not right for everyone. A review of your health history, an exam, and 3D imaging tell us whether implants are a good fit. You may be a candidate if you recognize yourself in any of these situations.
- You are missing one tooth, several teeth, or all of the teeth in an arch
- You want a stable, long term replacement that looks natural
- You have healthy gums, or any gum concerns can be treated first
- You have enough healthy jawbone, or you are open to bone grafting if needed
- Conditions such as diabetes or high blood pressure are well controlled
- You are ready to keep up with regular visits after treatment
If you have gum disease, our periodontal disease treatment services can help prepare your gums. If you have a tooth that cannot be saved, learn about tooth extractions and how we plan for replacement.
Implant Restorations We Provide
Implants can support one tooth, several teeth, or a full arch, and each option is custom made for your mouth. The right choice depends on how many teeth are missing and the health of your bone and gums. Our restorations include the following.
Implant Crowns for a Single Missing Tooth
A single tooth implant has three parts. The implant replaces the root, an abutment connects it to the tooth, and a custom dental crown replaces the visible portion. We design the crown to match the color, shape, and bite of your natural teeth.
Implant Supported Bridges
When several adjacent teeth are missing, implants at either end can hold a custom bridge in place. Unlike a traditional bridge, this approach does not require reshaping healthy neighboring teeth. Learn more on our dental bridges page.
Implant Supported Dentures
Implants can anchor full or partial dentures, in fixed or removable styles. A removable version is often called a snap in denture. These dentures fit more comfortably, produce a stronger bite, and do not pinch or slip. Visit our dentures page to learn more.
Full Arch Restorations
A complete upper or lower arch of teeth can be restored with a fixed set of teeth supported by as few as four implants. Timing and options depend on your case and on your surgeon’s plan, and we will explain what is possible for you.
How Your Implant Restoration Comes Together
An implant restoration happens in stages, and the healing time between them is an important part of the result. Knowing the path ahead helps you plan. Here is what you can expect.
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Consultation and 3D Imaging
We review your health history, examine your mouth, and take 3D images to plan your restoration and assess your bone.
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A Coordinated Treatment Plan
We build a plan with your surgeon, including any extractions, gum care, or bone grafting, and we explain the timeline and costs.
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Implant Placement by Our Specialist Partner
A qualified specialist places the implant, and a healing cap protects it while it fuses with the bone.
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Healing and a Temporary Tooth
While you heal, a temporary restoration can replace your tooth so you are not left with a gap.
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Digital Impressions and Custom Design
When your implant is ready, we take precise digital impressions and design your abutment and restoration, which a dental laboratory handcrafts.
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Final Placement and Follow Up
We fit and attach your restoration, check your bite, and schedule follow up visits to make sure everything is working well.
Understanding Implant Costs and Coverage
Many patients want to know what to expect before they begin, and we are happy to explain. Implant care has two parts, the surgical placement and the restoration, and each is billed by the provider who performs it. Dental plans often cover part of the cost, though coverage levels, waiting periods, and annual maximums vary. Our team will review your benefits, explain the restorative portion, and help you plan for the whole process. We accept all dental insurance plans except Medicaid, we are in network with Delta Dental Premier, and we offer financing through Sunbit for care that insurance does not fully cover.
Take the First Step Toward a Complete, Stable Smile
You do not have to live with a gap in your smile or the frustration of loose dentures. An implant restoration can bring back your bite, your comfort, and your confidence. Our team at Godfrey Dentistry in Somersworth, NH is ready to examine your mouth, explain your options, and guide you through every step. Schedule your consultation today.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Implant Restorations
A dental implant restoration is the custom crown, bridge, or denture that attaches to a dental implant. The implant is a small titanium post that replaces the tooth root, and the restoration replaces the visible part of the tooth or teeth. Together they look, feel, and function like natural teeth. At our Somersworth, NH office, we design and place the restoration and coordinate your care with the specialist who places the implant.
We provide the restorative side of implant care, which means we plan your treatment and design and place the final crown, bridge, or denture. The surgical placement of the implant is performed by a qualified specialist we coordinate with. This team approach lets each provider focus on what they do best. We guide you through the whole process, from your consultation to your final restoration.
In many cases, yes. We can examine your existing implant, check the health of the bone and gums around it, and restore it with a new crown, bridge, or denture. Please bring your records and tell us when the implant was placed and who placed it. We will review your situation and explain your options during your visit.
An implant crown is a custom made tooth that attaches to a dental implant through a small connector called an abutment. It replaces the visible part of a missing tooth and is matched to the color, shape, and size of your natural teeth. Because it rests on an implant instead of a natural tooth, it does not need support from the teeth next to it. A well made implant crown can last for many years with good care.
Implant supported dentures use dental implants as anchors, so the denture stays in place instead of resting only on the gums. They can be fixed or removable, and removable styles are often called snap in dentures. These dentures fit more comfortably, produce a stronger bite, and do not pinch or slip. Our team will help you decide which style fits your mouth and your goals.
The timeline varies because the implant needs time to heal and fuse with the bone before the final restoration is attached. Many patients complete treatment over several months, and extractions or bone grafting can add time. A temporary tooth can be used while you wait. Our team will give you a clear estimate during your consultation.
Most patients are candidates, but implants are not right for everyone. We review your medical and dental history, examine your mouth, and take 3D images. Conditions like diabetes, high blood pressure, and gum disease should be under control before implant surgery. If you have lost jawbone, a bone graft or sinus lift may be needed first, and we will explain your options.
Coverage varies by plan, and many plans pay for part of the cost. The surgical placement and the restoration are usually billed separately, so each may be covered differently. We accept all dental insurance plans except Medicaid and are in network with Delta Dental Premier, and we offer financing through Sunbit. Our team will review your benefits for the restorative portion, and you can learn more on our Insurance and Financing page.
