Precision Implant Placement Powered by 3D Technology
Dental implants offer a natural fit, look, and feel that is unmatched by any other tooth replacement. The quality of the final result starts with one critical step: surgical placement. How precisely the implant post is positioned in the jawbone determines how well the final tooth fits, functions, and blends with the rest of the smile.
That’s why Gilreath Family Dentistry places every dental implant using guided implant surgery. By combining 3D imaging, digital treatment planning, and a custom surgical guide, our doctors can place each implant in the ideal position with exceptional accuracy. Patients throughout Marietta and Cobb County trust our practice for this advanced, predictable approach to implant dentistry.
Book a Guided Implant ConsultationWhy Precise Implant Placement Is So Important
Dental implant surgery involves inserting a titanium post into the jawbone, where it becomes the new “root” for the replacement tooth. For the new tooth to look straight and align with the rest of the smile, the implant must be placed with great precision.
Without detailed imaging to guide the process, achieving the ideal position is much more difficult. An implant may be in the right general area, but ensuring the exact angle, depth and position for the most comfortable and natural fit requires experience, expertise and advanced technology. Precise placement helps:
- Position the replacement tooth in proper alignment with neighboring teeth
- Place the implant in the best available bone for long-term stability
- Avoid nerves, sinuses, and other important structures
- Create an ideal foundation for a natural-looking final crown or bridge
The Advanced Technology Behind Guided Implant Surgery
Guided implant surgery at Gilreath Family Dentistry brings together several advanced digital tools:
- 3D CT imaging: In-office 3D scans show the jawbone, teeth, nerves, sinuses, and gum tissue in three dimensions.
- Digital intraoral scanning: A precise digital model of the teeth replaces traditional impression molds.
- Digital implant planning software: Our doctors combine the 3D scan and digital model to plan the ideal position, angle, and depth of each implant on screen before surgery.
- Custom surgical guide: The digital plan is transferred into a custom guide that fits over the teeth and directs implant placement exactly as planned.
Dr. Gilreath has invested in this technology so that guided implant surgery is the standard of care in our office.
How Guided Implant Surgery Works, Step by Step
Guided implant surgery at our Marietta office follows a careful, digitally driven process:
Implant Consultation
Our doctors examine the mouth, review health history, and discuss each patient’s goals for replacing missing teeth.
3D CT Scan
A quick, comfortable 3D scan captures detailed images of the jawbone, nerves, sinuses, and surrounding structures.
Digital Scan of the Teeth
A digital intraoral scan creates a precise 3D model of the teeth and gums, with no messy impressions.
Virtual Implant Planning
Using digital planning software, our doctors determine the ideal position, angle, and depth for each implant, planned around the final tooth.
Custom Surgical Guide
The plan is translated into a custom surgical guide designed to fit the patient’s teeth precisely.
Guided Implant Placement
With the area fully numbed, the guide directs placement of the implant exactly as planned for an accurate, efficient procedure.
Healing and Final Restoration
After the implant fuses with the jawbone, a custom crown or bridge is designed and attached to complete the smile.
Benefits of Surgically Guided Dental Implants
- Exceptional accuracy: Implants are placed in the exact position planned in advance.
- Reduced risk of complications: Detailed 3D imaging helps our doctors avoid nerves, sinuses, and other structures.
- Shorter treatment time: Careful planning makes the procedure more efficient.
- Greater comfort: A precise, efficient procedure often means less discomfort, and many patients describe it as nearly painless.
- Better final results: Ideal implant positioning supports a natural-looking, well-aligned restoration.
- Predictable outcomes: Patients can feel confident knowing every step was planned before treatment began.
Who Benefits From Guided Implant Surgery?
Because Gilreath Family Dentistry places all implants with guided surgery, every implant patient benefits from this approach. It is especially valuable for patients who:
- Are replacing a front tooth, where precise positioning is critical for esthetics
- Are replacing multiple teeth or receiving an implant bridge
- Have limited bone or bone close to nerves or sinuses
- Want the most predictable, comfortable implant experience available
Insurance and Financing for Dental Implant Treatment
Guided implant surgery is included in our implant care, not offered as a separate add-on. Many dental insurance plans provide partial coverage for implants or related procedures. Gilreath Family Dentistry accepts most insurance plans, files claims on behalf of our patients, and reviews coverage before treatment begins. We also accept HSA and FSA funds and offer financing through CareCredit, subject to approval.
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If you’re considering dental implants to restore one or more teeth, discover the difference guided implant surgery makes. Contact Gilreath Family Dentistry at 200 White St NW in Marietta to schedule an implant consultation and learn more about our advanced approach.
Schedule an AppointmentFrequently Asked Questions
About Guided Implant Surgery
Guided implant surgery is an advanced technique that uses 3D imaging and digital planning software to determine the ideal position of a dental implant before the procedure. A custom surgical guide then directs implant placement exactly as planned. At Gilreath Family Dentistry, every dental implant is placed using guided surgery.
Yes. Traditional freehand placement relies on the dentist’s visual judgment during surgery. Guided surgery uses a precise digital plan and custom guide to place the implant at the planned position, angle and depth. That added accuracy supports better alignment and more predictable results.
Most patients find guided implant surgery very comfortable. The area is fully numbed, and the precision of the guide allows for an efficient procedure, which many patients describe as nearly painless. Mild soreness afterward is normal and typically resolves within a few days.
Because the implant position is planned in advance, guided implant placement is typically efficient. The exact time depends on the number of implants and each patient’s situation. Our doctors provide a clear estimate during the consultation.
Guided implant surgery can reduce the risk of complications by helping our doctors avoid nerves, sinuses and other important structures identified on the 3D scan. Precise placement in the best available bone also supports long-term implant stability.
Yes. A 3D CT scan is essential for guided implant surgery because it shows bone volume, nerve locations and sinus position in three dimensions. Gilreath Family Dentistry has an in-office 3D CT scanner, so patients can complete their scan conveniently during their visit.
At Gilreath Family Dentistry, guided surgery is part of our standard implant care rather than a separate premium option. The total cost of an implant depends on factors such as the number of implants and any additional procedures. We provide a detailed estimate after the consultation and 3D imaging.
Yes. Guided surgery is especially valuable when placing multiple implants or implants that will support a bridge, since each implant must be positioned precisely in relation to the others. Our doctors plan all implants together for a cohesive, well-aligned result.