Final x-ray of implant, abutments and implant crowns. Note the ideally placed implants and the ideal proportions of the implant crown over the implants. Dental implant doctors strive for perfect outcomes.
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Failing root canals are a very common reason for dental implant replacement. Here, poor quality root canals have root tip infections (dental abscess). Retreatment of root canals is very costly and the chance of success is low. Dental implants are a great solution with a high chance of low term success.
Lateral view of the patient's lower right arch six months after tooth removal. When infected teeth are removed, implant placement is delayed (4-6 months) while the infection clears and the bone refills the socket and the infected area.
Lateral view lower left arch six months after tooth removal.
Implants ready for abutments, two months after implant placement.
Lower right abutments placed on the implants before implant crown placement. Abutments are the intermediate piece used to connect the implant crown to the implant.
Lower left abutments. Abutments are the intermediate piece used to connect the implant crown to the implant.
Lower right implant crowns secured to the abutments with dental cement. Note the beautiful contours, color and anatomy of the implant crowns. Implant crowns should very closely mimic the natural teeth being replaced.
Lower left implant crowns secured to the abutments with dental cement. Note the beautiful contours, color and anatomy of the implant crowns. Implant crowns should very closely mimic the natural teeth being replaced.
Final x-ray of implant, abutments and implant crowns. Note the ideally placed implants and the ideal proportions of the implant crown over the implants. Dental implant doctors strive for perfect outcomes.

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