Dental Implant Steps: What Lakeview Dental Patients Need to Know

Considering dental implants in Winter Garden or Horizon West, FL? At Lakeview Dental, Dr. Le and Dr. Nguyen specialize in transforming smiles with durable, natural-looking implants. This step-by-step guide explains the dental implant process so you know exactly what to expect before, during, and after treatment.

Why Choose Dental Implants

More than 3 million Americans have dental implants, and that number grows by about 500,000 each year. Unlike traditional dentures or bridges, implants look, feel, and function like real teeth, giving you a confident smile and lasting oral health.

Step 1: Comprehensive Implant Evaluation

Your journey begins with a thorough consultation at Lakeview Dental.

CBCT imaging and facescanning to assess your jawbone health.
We review your medical history and medications to ensure safe treatment.
Dr. Le or Dr. Nguyen will create a custom treatment plan, including the number of implants and the best timeline for your needs.

Step 2: Tooth Extraction (If Needed)

If a damaged tooth must be removed first, we will guide you through that process. We provide clear after-care instructions to avoid dry socket and promote quick healing. We may even place a bone graft at the time to allow for better future implant placement.

Step 3: Implant Placement & Bone Grafting

Depending on bone density, we may place the implant directly and place additional bone graft material to strengthen the site. Your jawbone then fuses with the implant in a process called osseointegration, typically taking 3–9 months for long-term stability.

Step 4: Abutment Placement

Once the implant is secure, we attach a small connector called an abutment. This link between the implant and crown is tightened under local anesthesia to ensure a perfect fit.

Step 5: Custom Dental Crown

Finally, our local lab crafts a porcelain crown to match your natural teeth. It is permanently placed allowing you the freedom of eating like your natural teeth.

Recovery & After-Care Tips

Some swelling, bruising, or minor bleeding is normal. To speed healing:

Eat soft foods for a few days.
Use ice packs to reduce swelling.
Avoid tobacco to lower infection risk.
Brush and floss carefully to protect your new implant.

With proper oral hygiene, dental implants can last decades.

Ready to Restore Your Smile?

Don’t wait to enjoy the confidence of a healthy, complete smile. Call Lakeview Dental today at (407) 798-8005 or request an appointment online to schedule your dental implant consultation.