Step by Step Process of Getting Hybrid Dental Implants

Hybrid dental implants are a secure, long-lasting solution designed to anchor dental bridges or dentures firmly in place. Unlike traditional dentures, hybrid implants offer a natural look and feel without the need for adhesive strips or covering the roof of your mouth. This innovative solution enhances comfort, function, and confidence by providing a stable, implant-supported denture or partial.

Here’s a detailed overview of the process for getting hybrid dental implants:

Your journey to a secure, natural-lookinig smile begins with a thorough consultation. During this visit, your dentist will assess your oral health, jawbone density, and gum condition to determine if you’re a good candidate for dental implants. This process may include:

Digital X-rays and impressions

3D Cone Beam CT scans for precise bone mapping

Evaluation of nerve and sinus locatins to plan optimal implant placement

Once you are confirmed as a candidate, a customized treatment plan is created. This plan outlines:

The type and number of implants needed

Implant placement locations

The design and material of your hybrid denture

Any additional procedures such as bone grafting or sinus lifts

If you have remaining natural teeth that must be removed to accommodate the hybrid denture, extractions will be performed–often on the same day as implant placement. If no teeth remain, this step is skipped.

Titanium implant posts are surgically placed into the jawbone to serve as secure anchors for the hybrid denture. This procedure is performed under local anesthesia or sedation to ensure your comfort throughout the process.

Following implant placement, a healing phase of 3 to 6 months is necessary for osseointegration–the process where implants fuse with your jawbone. This critical state ensures a stable, durable foudnation. A temporary denture is typically provided for comfort, function and appearance during this period.

After successful osseointegration, precise impressions are taken to design your final hybrid denture. The dental lab crafts a custom prosthesis—often with a titanium framework and natural-looking artificial teeth—for a perfect fit.

Your permanent hybrid denture is securely attached to the implants. The dentist will make any necessary adjustments to optimize comfort, fit and bite function, ensuring a natural feel and appearance.

Proper oral hygiene–including brushing, flossing, and routine dental checkups–is essential for maintaining the health and longevity of your hybrid implants. Regular follow-up appointments allow your dentist to monitor implant health and make adjustment if needed.

Ready to restore your smile with hybrid dental implants? Schedule online or call us today at 770-251-6868 to schedule your consultation and take the first step toward a confident, secure smile!