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Is an implant realistic for me?
Restorative & Prosthodontics for Inkster Gardens Residents
You smoke, you take a few medications, or someone once mentioned low bone. None of that automatically answers the implant question, but all of it belongs in the discussion.
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Candidacy, without the sales pitch
Bone is just one part of the answer.
Many people assume they either qualify for implants or they do not. Suitability is rarely that tidy. For an Inkster Gardens resident in Winnipeg, as for anyone else, it involves three-dimensional imaging of the anatomy along with general health, gum condition, any infection, medications, smoking, bite and the kind of tooth or denture being planned.
An implant is the part placed in the jaw. An abutment then connects it to the crown, bridge or denture you actually see. Planning works backward from that final tooth, so the position suits chewing and cleaning. At our McPhillips Street clinic, an assessment can show where you stand and what else may suit you if implants do not.
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Tell the whole story
Medical conditions, prescriptions and tobacco use can all influence risk and timing, so share them openly.
Expect months, not days
Planning, surgery, integration and restoration happen in phases, and healing cannot be rushed to suit a calendar.
Commit to the upkeep
Plaque can still inflame the tissues around an implant, which is why cleaning and follow-up count toward suitability.
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An implant consultation
How suitability gets worked out.
A current medication list and notes on your health history will make this appointment far more productive.
Request your visit- 01
Lay out your health history
Conditions, medications and smoking are discussed plainly, because each one can affect healing and the options worth pursuing.
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Image the site
Records and three-dimensional imaging show bone volume and neighbouring anatomy, while the exam covers gums, spacing and how your teeth meet.
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Picture the end result
The crown, bridge or denture is considered first, since it determines where an implant would need to sit to be useful.
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Compare honestly
Risks, phases, maintenance and alternatives are all reviewed, so that you can decide whether this path fits your health and goals.
Winnipeg North Dental
Unit-5 2358 Mcphillips Street, Winnipeg, MB R2V 4J6Get directions (opens in a new tab)Where you would be seen
Implant planning takes place on McPhillips Street.
Inkster Gardens patients are assessed at Unit 5, 2358 McPhillips Street in Winnipeg. If you need a map, it can be found through the directions link.
Because the form only sends a request, please wait for the clinic to confirm a time. Unsure which health details to gather beforehand? Staff at (204) 338-3003 can advise.
Questions about coverage?
Talk with our team before your visit or learn about CDCP.
A little clarity before your visit
Your questions, answered.
Helpful details about restorative & prosthodontics in Inkster Gardens.
Ask our teamDoes smoking rule out an implant?
It raises concerns about healing and long-term success, but it is one factor among many. Be upfront about it so that your dentist can discuss the risk accurately.
Can I have implants if I have a medical condition or take medication?
Some conditions and medications do affect suitability or timing. Bring a complete list, since this needs to be reviewed for your circumstances individually.
What if I was told I do not have enough bone?
Imaging can show what is currently available. Grafting may be considered in some plans, while other cases point toward a different kind of replacement.
Do gum problems have to be sorted out first?
The tissues around an implant should be healthy and maintainable. Existing gum disease is usually something to bring under control as part of the plan.
What are the signs of trouble around an implant later on?
Contact the clinic about bleeding, swelling, drainage, a lasting bad taste, movement of the restoration, or discomfort under pressure. Those deserve attention sooner than later.
What happens if an implant is not suitable for me?
You still have choices. A bridge or a complete or partial denture may meet the same need, and an assessment can compare them against your priorities.
How does an Inkster Gardens resident start this process?
Request a visit online or dial (204) 338-3003 and mention that you are curious about implants. Consultations are held at our clinic on McPhillips Street.
A straightforward answer
Find out where you stand on implants.
Let us know what you have heard or been told when you submit your request, and the clinic will contact you to schedule.