Replace missing teeth with a permanent, natural-looking solution at 525 Dental in London, Ontario. Dental implants are surgically placed to fuse with your jawbone, providing the strength and stability of a real tooth — so you can eat, speak, and smile with confidence again. Unlike bridges or dentures, implants don’t rely on surrounding teeth for support, helping preserve your jaw structure and overall oral health for years to come. Serving patients throughout London and the surrounding area, we guide you through every step of the implant process with personalized, expert care.

Dental implants are changing the way people live! With them, people are rediscovering the comfort and confidence to eat, speak, laugh and enjoy life.

Evaluation for Dental Implants

If, like many others, you feel implant dentistry is the choice for you, we ask that you undergo a dental/radiographic examination and health history. During these consultation visits, your specific needs and considerations will be addressed by either Dr. Mark Smith, Dr. Parneety Randhawa or an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon referred by our practice. Your questions and concerns are important to us, and our team will work with you very closely to help make your procedure a success.

Dental Implant Procedure

Dental implants are metal anchors which act as tooth root substitutes. They are surgically placed into the jawbone. Small posts are then attached to the implant, which protrude through the gums. These posts provide stable anchors for artificial replacement teeth.

For most patients, the placement of dental implants involves two surgical procedures. First, implants are placed within your jawbone. For the first three to six months following surgery, the implants are beneath the surface of the gums, gradually bonding with the jawbone. You should be able to wear temporary dentures and eat a soft diet during this time. At the same time, your restorative dentist designs the final bridgework or denture, which will ultimately improve both function and aesthetics.

After the implant has bonded to the jawbone, the second phase begins. The surgeon will uncover the implants and attach a small healing collar. Dr. Mark Smith and/or his Associates can then start making your new teeth. An impression must be taken. Then posts or attachments can be connected to the implants. The replacement teeth are then made over the posts or attachments. The entire procedure usually takes six to eight months. Most patients do not experience any disruption in their daily life.

525 Dental is located at 525 Oxford St. in London, Ontario. Call us at 519-672-1190 to book an appointment.