Dental Implants
Tooth Loss Is a Common Problem...
... and Implants Are the Best Solution
Tooth loss is more common among adults than you might think. Missing teeth often cause patients to hide their smiles and feel embarrassed about the way they look. If your confidence is suffering because of a missing tooth or teeth, it's time to consider dental implants.
3 Main Benefits of Dental Implants
Better Oral Health
One of the consequences of tooth loss is bone atrophy, which can lead to a sunken and aged facial appearance. By replacing the missing roots of a tooth, implants help you maintain a strong, healthy jawbone and protect your long-term oral health.
Maximum Stability
Implants fuse to the jawbone and secure prosthetic replacement teeth with unparalleled stability. Unlike traditional dentures which rely on suction and adhesives, your implant-supported restoration will never slip out of place.Durable Results
Dr. Schlaikjer offers implants made from incredibly strong materials including medical-grade titanium and zirconia. As long as you practice good dental care and attend regular visits to the dentist, your implants can last a lifetime.
So What Are Dental Implants?
Dental implants are small posts designed to replace missing tooth roots. Once they are inserted into the jawbone, they fuse with the tissue and become a permanent part of your oral structures. When the site has completely healed, your dentist will attach abutments and your custom crown, bridge, or denture, giving you the appearance and function of natural teeth.
Why should you choose Dr. Schlaikjer as your implant dentist?
Advanced Personalized Care
With a Highly Trained Specialist
While other dentists often refer dental implant cases out to specialists, Dr. Schlaikjer focuses exclusively on dental implant placement and periodontal care. This specialization allows him to provide high-quality, personalized dentistry to every patient.
To continue providing patients with the most advanced level of dentistry, Dr. Schlaikjer is constantly participating in SPEAR study clubs and continuing education courses. SPEAR has the most established network of dental professionals committed to learning and enhancing advanced methods of dentistry.
If you're considering dental implants, trust Dr. Schlaikjer and the committed team at our St. Louis, MO, practice. Request your consultation with us using our online form or by calling:
(314) 729-7840
"There's no better place for implants!"
"I wish, I could give this place more than 5 stars! Can not thank them enough. No better place to go for a dental extraction and tooth implants. As good as it gets. I HIGHLY recommend this place to anyone who is need of this type of service. I am very happy with my dental implants and I will be forever grateful! Mirsada Perkanovic, 5-Star Google Review
Your Custom Treatment Plan Dental implants can treat all types of tooth loss:
Are you missing a single tooth? A single implant can support a dental crown to complete your smile without affecting the surrounding natural teeth.
If you have two or three missing teeth in a row, we will place two or more implants to support a dental bridge, while individual crowns can repair any remaining gaps.
Patients missing most or all of their teeth will receive four or more dental implants per arch to support a full implant-supported denture or partial denture.
Convert Your Existing Denture
Do you already have removable dentures? Are you frustrated with the noises, movement, and embarrassing moments that can happen as a result? An implant-supported denture looks more natural, stays in place, and helps keep your jawbone healthy and strong.
If your denture is in good condition, we can often stabilize it using dental implants. Adjustments are made to the base of the denture to accommodate abutments and connect to your dental implants. You can speak with our dentist about this option during your consultation at our St. Louis dental practice.
We Provide the Most Advanced Dental Implant Treatment With the Yomi Robotic System
At Dr. Schlaikjer's practice in St. Louis, MO, we are constantly looking for new ways to improve our techniques, standards of care, and overall patient experience. One of the exciting technologies that has helped us stay at the forefront of restorative dentistry is Yomi®, the first and only FDA-cleared robotic guidance system for implant dentistry.
Yomi is a revolutionary tool that makes implant surgery quicker and more precise than ever before. We're proud to be the first dental practice not just in the St. Louis area, but in the entire state of Missouri, to make this technology available to our patients. Take a closer look at the ways that Yomi has transformed the implant surgery process:
Haptic Guidance
Yomi offers response cues that help Dr. Schlaikjer have a better feel for the implant placement procedure than ever before. Throughout surgery, Yomi will provide physical and auditory feedback to let Dr. Schlaikjer know that the titanium implant posts are entering the jaw at the exact angle that's best for the patient's unique facial anatomy while preventing over-drilling past the pre-planned depth. The result is unparalleled stability for both the implants and tooth restorations they support.
Safety Standards
Implant placement is a delicate procedure, and Yomi helps surgeons ensure that surgery is going smoothly, safely, and effectively. When an implant reaches optimal depth in the jaw, Yomi will provide an audio cue to move no further. Yomi can also help reduce the risk of human error by physically preventing the surgeon from deviating from your predetermined treatment plan.
Quicker Treatment
Yomi's precise planning eliminates the need for traditional surgical guides, which can take about a week to prepare. This means that many patients can immediately undergo the implant placement procedure. You'll experience greater efficiency during surgery as well. With Yomi, Dr. Schlaikjer can place a full arch of implants in 90 minutes or two full arches of implants in two and a half hours.
Easier Recovery
Precise dental implant placement with Yomi means smaller gumline incisions that rarely need sutures to heal. While it will still take about four to six months for your implants to fuse with your jaw, the incisions in your gums can heal much more quickly than if your implants were placed using traditional methods. This equates to a smoother, more comfortable recovery process.
For the Very Finest in Implant Dentistry Visit Dr. Schlaikjer in St. Louis, MO
If you've made the life-changing decision to transform your smile with implants, you know that finding the right dentist is the most important part of your treatment journey.
For implant dentistry that's truly personalized for your unique treatment needs, trust Dr. Justin Schlaikjer. With the Yomi Robotic System, he can provide an unmatched quality of care to give you results that feel great and look completely natural.
Are you ready to explore how Dr. Schlaikjer can give you a complete smile with the most advanced technology in implant dentistry? Contact us online or call us to request a consultation.
(314) 729-7840
An Amazing Review for Our Practice in St. Louis
By far, the BEST experience I’ve ever had at a medical office. They treat their patients so well and give you their undivided attention. Dr. Schlaikjer was very informative and took his time, he was funny (as well as the staff), and I know I can trust him, which can be hard to find when it comes to healthcare. They truly, truly care about their patients, and I will definitely be back. Toni Brinker, 5-Star Google Review
Dental Implant Treatment Timeline
It is important to understand that dental implants are more complex than traditional dental restorations. Patients will attend multiple appointments at our St. Louis practice or their general dentist's office over several months. You can generally expect these steps:
Dr. Schlaikjer offers sedation so you can relax throughout your procedure.
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"I can’t say enough about the professional, caring work Dr. Schlaikjer and his staff do. The entire team, from Danyell, to Natasha, Ashley and Dr. Schlaikjer took the time to meet with me, explain everything as they went along and calmed my nerves. I highly recommend his services. Top notch!" Patti Redel
