Implant Crowns in Scarborough

Cost depends on the crown material, lab work involved, and whether the implant itself needs any attention first. It is a separate cost from the implant surgery, which is typically done by a specialist beforehand. We give you an exact written quote once your dentist has examined the implant and discussed your options.

Yes, this is common. We regularly restore implants that were surgically placed by an oral surgeon, periodontist, or another dentist. If you have documentation about the implant brand and size, bring it along — it helps us plan the crown fitting more efficiently, though we can proceed even without it in most cases.

Your implant needs to fully heal and integrate with the jawbone first, which your surgeon or dentist will confirm with an exam and X-ray. This healing period varies by person and by where in the mouth the implant was placed. Once you are cleared for the restorative stage, we can begin the crown process.

A loose implant crown should be looked at promptly rather than left, since it can sometimes indicate a loose screw or a change in the implant itself. Call us and we will get you in to assess it — in many cases the crown can simply be reattached or repaired.

Implant crowns are shaped and shaded to match your surrounding teeth as closely as possible, and most patients adjust to the feel quickly since it functions much like a natural tooth for biting and chewing. There is no sensation of pain the way a natural tooth nerve might respond, since the implant has no nerve.

Brush and floss around it just as you would a natural tooth, paying particular attention to the gumline where the crown meets the implant. Regular checkups let your dentist monitor the surrounding bone and gum tissue, which is important for the long-term health of any implant restoration.

Yes. The crown portion can typically be replaced without disturbing the implant post itself, assuming the implant remains healthy and stable, which is confirmed with an X-ray and a check of the surrounding gum tissue. This is one advantage of the two-part design — the visible tooth can be renewed over time without needing to repeat the surgical step.

Yes. Many patients come to us specifically for the restorative stage after having implant surgery elsewhere, whether the implant was placed recently or years ago. We are happy to take on that portion of your care, assess the implant's condition, and coordinate with your surgeon's records where possible, even if you don't plan to return to us for future surgical work.