Contact our practice serving the Memphis and Nashville areas to schedule an implant dentistry consultation. Dr. Locante has helped patients in Brentwood and throughout Tennessee smile with confidence with dental implants.






Our Cordova Location:
Southern Dental Implant Center
850 Willow Tree Circle, Suite 101
Cordova, Tennessee 38018
(901)881-2122
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Our Brentwood Location:
Southern Dental Implant Center
317 Seven Springs Way, Suite 204
Brentwood, TN 37027
(615)373-0888
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Our Nashville-area Dentists Answer Implant Dentistry Questions from Our Patients

Dental implants offer patients a long-term tooth replacement option that restores the appearance and function of natural teeth. At the Southern Dental Implant Center, our experienced implant dentist, Dr. William Locante, offers comprehensive implant dentistry to patients from Brentwood, Memphis, Nashville, and throughout Tennessee. We want our implant dentistry patients to be well informed about their options and the implant procedure before they decide whether this tooth replacement choice is right for them. Below, Dr. Locante and our dentists provide answers to some of the most common questions about implant dentistry. Of course, if you have specific questions, please contact our cosmetic and implant dentistry practice to schedule a consultation with one of our dentists.

What are the main benefits of dental implants?

Dental implants offer patients who are missing teeth a stable, reliable, and realistic replacement option. Patients who receive dental implants can smile with confidence and eat their favorite foods without worry. More importantly, dental implants halt the bone loss associated with missing teeth and wearing removable dentures.

Who is a candidate for implant dentistry?

Almost anyone who is missing teeth is a good candidate for implant dentistry. You must have a sufficient amount of healthy bone in the jaw to support the implant. As with many types of medical procedures, certain health concerns will prohibit people from receiving dental implants. Those who are not good candidates for dental implants include cancer patients who have recently undergone radiation therapy and patients with uncontrolled diabetes. Other medical conditions generally do not limit a patient's ability to receive dental implants. Please schedule an implant dentistry consultation at our practice serving Brentwood and all of Tennessee to determine whether you are a good candidate for dental implants.

I've been told I don't have enough bone for dental implants. Is there anything you can do?

Yes. In most cases, even severe bone loss can be helped by a bone grafting procedure. This simple in-office procedure ensures that there is enough healthy bone for the successful integration of the implant post into the jaw, creating a strong foundation for the replacement tooth. Gradual bone loss is common among denture wearers, and many experience difficulty stabilizing their lower denture over time, which can lead to chewing, speaking, eating, and even digestion problems. But with modern bone grafting techniques, we can often return the jaw to normal function and place implants to stabilize a denture.

What are dental implants made of?

Dental implant posts are made from titanium, a metal that is also used for joint replacements. Since titanium is biocompatible, the jaw bone grows around the dental implant post, ensuring a firm and stable foundation for a replacement tooth.

Is the implant dentistry procedure painful?

At our Memphis and Nashville area practice, the implant dentistry procedure is performed by a trained physician, and there is only very minor discomfort. We also offer sedation dentistry to help our patients remain comfortable and pain-free during the placement of dental implants. Many patients report that they require only minor pain-relieving medication such as ibuprofen after the procedure, and within a day of treatment, most patients are able to return to their normal activities.

How long does the implant dentistry procedure take?

The length of the implant dentistry procedure varies based on the type of treatment required. In most cases, a four-to-six month healing period is needed to allow the jaw bone to integrate with implant post. However, we are sometimes able to deliver fully functioning replacement teeth in a single office visit with immediate function dental implants, also called Same Day Teeth™.

Do I have to go without my dentures during my treatment?

No. We would like you to keep your dentures out the day of your treatment, but afterwards you can wear your dentures as you normally would while your mouth and jaw heals.

How much does the implant dentistry procedure cost?

The cost of implant dentistry at our practice serving Brentwood and all of Tennessee is based on several factors, including:

  • The patient's level of bone loss
  • The number and type of dental implants placed
  • The type of replacement tooth the patient chooses

In your consultation, Dr. Locante will review your case and discuss with you your personalized implant dentistry plan, as well as the duration and cost of your treatment.

Does insurance cover this procedure?

Coverage for implant dentistry in Tennessee varies depending on the insurance company and type of coverage. Some medical insurance plans do cover part of the cost for implant dentistry, while others do not. At the Southern Dental Implant Center, serving the Memphis and Nashville areas, we are familiar with insurance coverage issues regarding implant dentistry, and we can help determine your insurance benefit.

Is financing available for dental implants?

Yes! We offer several financing options, including one-year interest-free and long-term plans. We also offer a discount for cash payment made before your implant dentistry treatment.

How do I select an implant dentist?

In choosing a professional for your implant treatment, it is important to know the experience level of the dentist. Don't be afraid to ask how long the practitioner has been placing implants and how many implants he or she has placed. Implant dentistry is not currently a separate dental specialty; therefore, just because a dentist is a specialist in periodontal disease or oral surgery does not necessarily mean he or she has adequate implant surgery experience. Also, ask if he or she is certified by the American Board of Oral Implantology and has active membership in the American Academy of Implant Dentistry.

Contact Our Practice for Implant Dentistry in Brentwood and Throughout Tennessee

Dr. William Locante has extensive experience as an implant dentist and has expertise in the entire implant dentistry procedure. Dr. Locante and his team of implant professionals offer expert placement and restoration of dental implants at our practice serving the Memphis and Nashville areas. Contact our implant and cosmetic dentistry practice to schedule your consultation to determine whether dental implants are right for you.

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