Dental Implants at Mediprodental

Missing teeth can be caused by trauma, decay, or gum disease. Whether the cause is periodontal disease, decay, or trauma, a missing tooth can interfere with speaking, eating, or oral function. Dental implants at Mediprodental, in Wheeling, IL, are a productive, long-term solution for an individual who wants to fill in one or more missing teeth.

Dental implants are highly technologically advanced prosthetic substitutes with the same feeling and functioning as natural teeth. They give structural support, maintain bone, and restore regular oral function. Dental implants can be the perfect solution for you whether you have one missing tooth or multiple missing teeth. Schedule your appointment today at (847) 354-4265.

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What Is a Dental Implant?

The dental implant is a titanium post placed in the jawbone if one has lost a tooth. The implant becomes attached to the bone through osseointegration over time. This fusion creates a strong and durable foundation for a dental restoration, typically a custom-made crown.

Once the implant has fused with the jawbone, a connector (abutment) is placed over the implant. The abutment will receive the final restoration. The result is a permanent, fixed prosthetic tooth requiring no special care beyond your routine oral hygiene.

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Who Is a Candidate for Dental Implants?

Not everyone qualifies for implants, but many patients can be considered candidates with the right treatment and planning. The section of minimum requirements for this treatment are:

• Healthy Gums: Your gums must be infection or disease-free. If you have an active case of gum disease, you will be treated first before the implant can be inserted.
• Adequate Bone Density: The implant should be supported by a dense and healthy jawbone. Where there has been considerable bone loss, bone grafting can be needed.
• Adequate General Health: The patients should be in good general health and capable of withstanding a surgical procedure. Heavy smoking and poorly controlled diabetes can compromise healing and success.

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Benefits of Dental Implants

Dental implants have functional and health advantages over tooth-replacement alternatives, such as bridges or dentures. Some of the reasons why most patients use them are as follows:

• Longevity: Implants are constructed from titanium, a very durable metal with a long lifespan. Dental implants will last a long life of several decades with proper care protocol.
• Jawbone Preservation: The previously encircled bone will resorb once the tooth is lost. Bones are stimulated by dental implants, preventing further stimulation of them from resorbing, thereby preserving facial contours.
• Effective Chewing Restored: You chew naturally, like with implants, not removable dentures. You can eat any food without pain or slipping.
• Stability and Comfort: The implant is firmly attached to the jawbone, so no movement, discomfort, or adhesives.

By mimicking natural teeth both functionally and aesthetically, dental implants enable the patient to immediately return to normal activities.

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The Implant Process at Mediprodental

We provide a full and customized solution for each dental implant treatment. The following are what you gain when you place your care in our hands:

• Initial Consultation

We start with an oral health evaluation, including digital X-rays and a medical examination. Our professionals will take you aside, discuss your objectives with you, and determine whether you meet the criteria for implant placement.

• Treatment Planning

We create a personalized treatment plan for all patients. For those requiring other procedures, such as bone grafting, we'll note these and schedule them.

• Surgical Placement

The implant is surgically implanted within the jawbone. Local anesthesia is administered so that you feel a minimal amount of pain while undergoing surgery. Healing and integration can take some time after surgery.

• Abutment & Restoration

Once the implant is fused with the bone, we place the abutment and take impressions for your personalized restoration. The last step involves where we place the crown, bridge, or denture to finish your restoration.

Our experienced personnel are with you every step of the way to help you, monitor healing, and ensure everything goes as smoothly as possible.

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Why Mediprodental?

Dr. Yoosuk Ko, D.D.S., is a general dentist with a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from NYU College of Dentistry, earned in 2017. Since graduating, he has served communities across Illinois, focusing on accessible, patient-centered care. Dr. Ko is fluent in Korean and English and skilled in various procedures—from root canals to dentures. His commitment to quality care and clear communication makes him a trusted choice for families in Wheeling, IL.

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Insurance and Financing

Getting your insurance explained should not be an issue. Our helpful, experienced staff here at Mediprodental processes insurance claims and can assist you in finding out what portion of your implant treatment would be covered.

We accept most PPOs, including dentists Aetna, Cigna, Delta Dental, MetLife, and UnitedHealthcare. For patients with no or minimal coverage, we have financing programs to make dental implants affordable.

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Schedule an Appointment Today

You have lost one or more teeth and want a functional, permanent solution. Dental implants may be for you. Call Mediprodental today to book your implant appointment. We will walk you through each step and restore the strength and stability your dental function requires.