Implant Restoration: Repairing Tooth Replacements

Implant Restoration: Repairing Tooth Replacements

December 11, 2025

Dental implants are designed to be a long-lasting solution for missing teeth, but like any dental work, they may require maintenance or repairs over time. Implant restoration plays a vital role in ensuring your dental implant continues to function, feel, and look its best. 

At Riverglen Dental in Columbus, OH, our compassionate and personalized approach allows us to restore implant issues with precision, ensuring you can smile with confidence again, comfortably and without stress.

Why Implant Restorations May Be Needed

Dental implant posts can last 30+ years, and often last a lifetime. However, the restoration (such as a crown or bridge) can still experience wear, trauma, or complications that warrant professional attention. Several factors can affect the integrity of a dental implant or the crown attached to it, including:

  • Fractures or chips in the crown or abutment
  • Loosening of the implant or crown
  • Gum complications around the implant site
  • Normal wear and tear over the years

In some cases, concerns arise from the initial placement if it wasn’t handled precisely, leading to misalignment or discomfort. With our full-service dental approach at Riverglen Dental, patients can trust that their implant restoration will be addressed thoroughly, taking both function and aesthetics into account.

Types of Implant Restoration Services

Dr. Ellen Saslaw and the Riverglen Dental team offer a wide range of implant restoration services tailored to the unique needs of each individual. Whether you're dealing with minor wear or a more complex concern, we carefully evaluate your implant to recommend the right solution. Common services include:

  • Crown Replacement: Swapping out a damaged or stained crown for a new, natural-looking one
  • Abutment Repair: Replacing the connector piece between the implant and crown if loosened or broken
  • Soft Tissue Treatment: Addressing gum inflammation or recession around the implant area
  • Full Implant Revision: Reassessing and replacing the implant post if it's no longer stable

Every case is carefully reviewed through a comprehensive, stress-free consultation, because we believe restoring your smile should never feel overwhelming.

What to Expect During an Implant Restoration Appointment

We understand that dental care can feel intimidating, especially when something as significant as your implant needs attention. That’s why we go out of our way to make sure you feel heard, informed, and confident throughout the process. During your appointment at Riverglen Dental, you can expect:

  • A detailed conversation about your concerns and goals
  • Thorough imaging to assess both visible and beneath-the-surface issues
  • A personalized plan with transparent costs and timing
  • A clear explanation of next steps to keep you fully in control of your care

And with Dr. Saslaw’s calming presence and extensive experience, you’ll know you’re in caring and capable hands from start to finish.

Benefits of Timely Implant Restoration

When an implant is left untreated after showing signs of damage or discomfort, it can affect your oral health and overall well-being. Acting quickly helps preserve your investment and your comfort for the long haul. The key benefits of early implant restoration include:

  • Preventing further complications or implant failure
  • Maintaining a natural, balanced bite
  • Boosting your confidence with an attractive, seamless smile
  • Ensuring the longevity of your implant

The sooner you get help for a damaged or failing implant, the better your treatment outcome will be. So don’t wait. Get in touch with us right away to make sure your smile stays in great shape

Take the First Step Toward Implant Repair in Columbus, OH

If your dental implant doesn’t feel quite right or seems to be deteriorating, don’t wait. Riverglen Dental in Columbus offers trusted, individualized implant restoration services designed to help you feel like yourself again, without the worry. Call us today at (614) 885-0227 to schedule your consultation with Dr. Ellen Saslaw and let us help you restore your health and confidence, one smile at a time.

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