Dental Implants in NW Calgary
The gold standard for replacing missing teeth. Implants look, feel and function like natural teeth.
About Dental Implants at Bow River Dental
Dental implants are the gold standard for replacing missing teeth, because they look, feel and function exactly like natural teeth. If you are looking for dental implants in Calgary, Bow River Dental can replace a single tooth or support a full arch with a permanent solution that helps preserve your jaw bone.
Implants are part of our Restorative Dentistry services, and we welcome new patients of all ages.
What Are Dental Implants?
A dental implant is a small titanium post that is placed in your jaw bone to act as an artificial tooth root. Over a few months, the bone bonds to the post, creating a strong, stable foundation. A custom crown, bridge or denture is then attached, so the replacement looks and works like a natural tooth.
Because an implant replaces the root as well as the visible tooth, it stimulates your jaw bone the way a natural tooth does. This helps preserve bone and facial structure, which other tooth replacements cannot do.
Who Are Dental Implants For?
Implants are a good option if you:
- Are missing a single tooth and want a replacement that does not rely on neighbouring teeth
- Are missing several teeth and want a permanent bridge
- Have lost most or all of your teeth and want a stable alternative to loose dentures
- Want a long-lasting solution that helps preserve your jaw bone
Good candidates have healthy gums and enough jaw bone to hold the implant. If you have lost bone, Bone Grafting may rebuild it first, and we will explain your options.
What Is Included
- A permanent replacement for missing teeth
- Support for a single tooth up to a full arch
- Preservation of your jaw bone
- A digital assessment and treatment plan
- A custom crown, bridge or denture that looks natural
- A 10 to 20+ year lifespan with good care
- Direct insurance billing
What to Expect at Your Implant Visits
- 1Consultation and imaging. We examine your mouth, take digital images and discuss your goals, health and options.
- 2Treatment plan. We explain the steps, the timeline and the cost, and whether a bone graft is needed first.
- 3Implant placement. We place the implant in your jaw with local anesthetic. Sedation Dentistry options are available if you feel anxious.
- 4Healing. Over the next few months, the implant bonds with your bone. We check your progress along the way.
- 5Final restoration. We attach your custom crown, bridge or denture and check your bite.
Implant Aftercare and Recovery
Some swelling, tenderness and minor bleeding are normal for a few days after placement. Eat soft foods, avoid chewing on the site, keep the area clean as we show you and avoid smoking, which slows healing and can cause implants to fail. Once healed, care for your implant like a natural tooth by brushing twice a day, flossing daily and keeping regular check-ups. Call us if you have pain that gets worse, swelling that increases or any looseness.
Why Choose Bow River Dental for Dental Implants
- Options from a single tooth to a full arch
- Natural-looking restorations designed to match your smile
- Digital imaging for careful planning
- Comfortable care with sedation options
- Fees that follow the Alberta Dental Association Fee Guide
- Direct insurance billing, and the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) is accepted
- 20+ years of care and trusted by 10,000+ families
- Evening and Saturday appointments, free parking and a convenient NW Calgary location, with a 4.5 rating from 277 Google reviews
Related Treatments
- Bone Grafting: to build a strong foundation for implants
- Dentures: including implant-supported options
- Crowns & Bridges: another way to replace or restore teeth
- Tooth & Wisdom Tooth Extraction: when a tooth cannot be saved
Cost of Dental Implants
The cost of dental implants depends on how many teeth you are replacing, whether a bone graft is needed and the type of restoration you choose, so there is no single price. Bow River Dental follows the Alberta Dental Association Fee Guide, and we explain your options and costs before treatment begins. We bill eligible insurance directly. Call 403-247-0999 for a personalized quote.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do dental implants cost in Calgary?
The cost depends on how many implants you need, whether you need a bone graft and the type of crown, bridge or denture that goes on top. We follow the Alberta Dental Association Fee Guide and give you a clear cost before you begin. Call 403-247-0999 for a personalized quote.
Are dental implants painful?
Placement is done with local anesthetic, so you should feel pressure but not pain, and sedation options are available for anxious patients. You may feel soreness and swelling for a few days afterward. Most people manage this well with an over-the-counter pain reliever.
How long does the dental implant process take?
It usually takes a few months from placement to the final tooth, because the implant needs time to bond with your bone. If you need an extraction or a bone graft first, the process takes longer. We give you a clear timeline in your treatment plan.
Can I get dental implants if I have lost bone?
Often, yes. Implants need enough healthy bone to hold them, and if you have lost bone, a bone graft may rebuild it first. We assess your jaw with digital imaging and explain whether grafting is needed.
How long do dental implants last?
With good care, dental implants can last 10 to 20 years or more, and many last a lifetime. Brushing, flossing, regular check-ups and not smoking all help protect them. The crown on top may need replacing sooner than the implant itself.
Book Your Implant Consultation
Ready to replace your missing teeth? Call Bow River Dental or book online, and we will find a time that works for you.
- Monday: 9 AM to 4 PM
- Tuesday: 10 AM to 8 PM
- Wednesday: 10 AM to 8 PM
- Thursday: 10 AM to 6 PM
- Friday: 9 AM to 4 PM
- Saturday: 10 AM to 7 PM
- Sunday: Closed
Bow River Dental, 4411 16 Ave NW Suite 110, Calgary, AB T3B 0M3
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