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Dental Implants

Replace What Your Smile Is Missing

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Say Goodbye to Missing Teeth With Dental Implants in Durango

Gaps in your smile shouldn't hold you back from living fully. Dental implants in Durango, CO give you back the power to chew, speak, and smile without limits. These titanium posts become part of your jawbone, creating rock-solid anchors for replacement teeth.

You'll be able to eat steaks and apples like you did years ago. Your cheeks won't appear sunken because the implants keep your jaw structure strong and youthful. There's no more worrying about false teeth sliding around at dinner parties. Implants stay put no matter what you're doing. Plus, you can brush and floss them just like regular teeth. No soaking or special pastes required. Your implants can last for decades, if not your lifetime.

Call San Juan Smiles and take the first step toward having a complete smile again.

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Two women smiling and conversing in a cozy office with framed certificates and a reception desk.

Pick the Right Fix 
for Your Mouth

Every person needs something different to fill the gaps between teeth. Fortunately, we have implant solutions for any number of missing teeth.

One missing tooth can be replaced with an implant crown that matches your other teeth perfectly. Implant bridges restore a smile that's missing multiple teeth in a row. Unlike a traditional bridge, there is no need to modify any healthy teeth.

Lost most of your teeth? Implant dentures are attached to implants, so they never fall out when you laugh or sneeze. You can choose implant dentures that are removed for cleaning or teeth that stay fixed in place. With the latter option, you just brush and floss to keep teeth clean.

All-on-4® implants secure a whole row of teeth using just four implants placed in strategic spots. All-on-6 adds two more implants for people who want extra strength for heavy chewing. Using fewer implants means dental implant treatment is easier on your jaw.

Sometimes your dentist needs to extract teeth or add bone material to weak spots in your jaw to prepare you for implants. These extra steps help your replacement teeth last longer and work better.

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Smart Technology Makes
Your Treatment Smooth & Safe

We use advanced imaging technology that takes 3-D pictures of your jaw before we start working. This planning keeps you safer and helps your dentist put your implants in the perfect spots.

Our computer tells us where to place your implants. This simplifies implant treatment, so you'll spend less time in the chair.

Nervous about dental work? Our oral sedation option lets you drift through your implant appointment feeling totally relaxed. This safe medication eases anxiety and blocks pain so you can get the smile you want without stress or discomfort.

Our team checks on you regularly while your implants heal and fuse with your bone. We answer any questions you have to help your recovery go smoothly.

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We Can Make You a Better Candidate for Implants

One of the requirements for receiving implants is a jaw strong enough to support them. When you lose teeth, you lose bone mass in your jaw. To determine your suitability for implants, we'll take digital X-rays. If your jaw has suffered significant bone loss, your dentist may recommend a surgical procedure.

To add bone density, he can perform a bone graft, sinus lift, or ridge augmentation. After you've healed, you'll have a stronger jaw that is ready for implants.

Visit San Juan Smiles today and see if dental implants in Durango are right for you.

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Always friendly and professional. All the staff display a high level of competence and they invest in the latest technology.

Ron T.

Staff are always friendly, competent and personable. A great experience for all things dental. I would highly recommend Dr. Lacey and his office.

Frank R.

So glad I made the switch to SJS! The team is great, friendly and welcoming. I love the accomadation off early morning appointments. My hygenists is efficient and thourough!! I am usually great with names-so sorry...

Great team, clean facility and definately A+ care!!!

JD C.

Gratitude to all who work here and help the process feel smooth and inviting! Great receptionist, hygienist, and Dr. Very thankful to have found a great dentist practice in Durango!

Dylan M.

Dr. Lacey and staff are terrific. Had the best teeth cleaning in a long time on my last visit and the recent one as well.

John P.

Friendly and thorough!

Kristi M.

Phenomenal experience! Dr. Lacey and his staff are very competent. Extremely comfortable environment with staff always checking up on you. Overall a great experience. I highly recommend this dental practice. State of the art equipment with Dr. Lacey’s expertise is a great combination. I am...
Phenomenal experience! Dr. Lacey and his staff are very competent. Extremely comfortable environment with staff always checking up on you. Overall a great experience. I highly recommend this dental practice. State of the art equipment with Dr. Lacey’s expertise is a great combination. I am thrilled about my new teeth and have received many compliments!

Ulivi A.

Did a great job with my cleaning - got rid of some yucky stains ! Staff and Dr Lacey and Dr sewell are all so friendly, kind and gentle …

Milly L.

Kiffany is fantastic and thorough! Dr. Lacey is so kind and gentle.

Amy R.

Everyone was so friendly - from the receptionists to the dental hygienists to the dentist. GREAT quality professional care provided!

Michelle B.

Frequently Asked Questions About Dental Implants

What are dental implants?
Dental implants are small titanium posts that serve as artificial teeth roots when you've lost one or more teeth. We insert them into your jawbone, where they will integrate with your bone and become a sturdy base for replacement teeth. Your dental implant restoration options include crowns, bridges, and dentures. You can also get All-on-4® or All-on-6 procedures.
Are dental implants painful?
Implants are no more painful than having healthy teeth. They are placed in your jawbone where your roots once were. If anything, they feel like having new, natural teeth. We make the implant placement process as painless as possible. By administering local anesthesia and offering oral sedation, we can keep you from feeling anything during your procedure. Many patients report feeling little if any soreness during their recovery, too.
Why should I get dental implants?
If you're missing teeth, you might want to think about getting dental implants. They act as artificial roots for replacement teeth and can make crowns, bridges, and dentures more secure. Implants also help prevent bone loss in the jaw and restore your biting power so you can eat without worrying.