Dental ImplantsReplace one tooth or an entire smile with a permanent, natural-feeling solution - placed and restored right here in Huntsville by Dr. Fritsch.
Dental Implants in Huntsville, TX
SIGNS IT'S TIMEMISSING TEETH SIGNAL IT’S TIME TO CONSIDER AN IMPLANT
A missing tooth rarely stays a small problem. The bone underneath starts to shrink once there's nothing there to keep it stimulated. Your neighboring teeth start drifting into the open space. We see this every week — someone comes in for a checkup about something else, and we spot a shift happening from a tooth they lost two years ago and figured wasn't a big deal.
Not sure if your situation counts? That's what an implant consultation is for. We'll take a look, talk through what's going on with your bone and bite, and tell you whether a single tooth implant, multiple tooth implants, or something like implant-supported dentures fits what you're dealing with.
IS AN IMPLANT RIGHT FOR YOU?NOT EVERY TOOTH NEEDS AN IMPLANT
Not every gap needs a full implant right away. Sometimes a filling or a same-day crown fixes the actual problem. Other times a tooth can be saved with a root canal instead of pulled. We'd rather keep your natural tooth if it's savable. An implant only makes sense once that tooth is truly gone or already missing.
If you're missing several teeth in a row, sometimes an implant-supported denture makes more sense than several individual implants - check out All-on-X if that sounds like your situation. It really depends on your mouth, not a one-size answer.
SIGNS TO WATCH FOR
Chewing mostly on one side because the other feels weak or uneven
A gap where food gets stuck the same way every time
A denture or partial that slips, clicks, or rubs sore spots
Covering your mouth when you smile or laugh
A tooth next to the gap starting to tilt or loosen
WE USUALLY HOLD OFF WHEN
The tooth can still be treated with a filling, crown, or root canal
Active gum disease needs to get under control first
Your jawbone is too thin and hasn't been evaluated for grafting
You're not medically ready and need clearance first
A denture or bridge fits your budget and needs better
BONE LOSSBONE LOSS? YOU STILL HAVE OPTIONS
Were you told years ago that you don't have enough bone for an implant? That news feels final, but it usually isn't. Bone grafting and sinus lifts are both established procedures we offer here in Huntsville to rebuild what's needed.