Dental Implants

Missing teeth affect everything, from how you eat and speak to your confidence when you smile. At Affordable Dental East, Dr. Erik Lund places dental implants that look, feel, and work like your natural teeth. Imagine—no more worrying about loose dentures or gaps in your smile.

What Are Dental Implants?

A dental implant is a small titanium post that replaces the root of a missing tooth. We place it directly into your jawbone, where it bonds with the bone over time. Then we attach a crown on top that matches your other teeth perfectly.

It’s like building a new tooth from the ground up. The implant post acts like a natural tooth root for a long-lasting replacement that won't slip, shift, or fall out when you eat or talk.

When getting a dental implant at our Indianapolis dental office, you can expect the following steps: 

Consultation and Planning — We'll take 3-D scans and examine your mouth to create a personalized treatment plan. You'll know what to expect, how long it will take, and what it will cost before we start.

Implant Placement — Using strong local anesthetics, Dr. Lund places the titanium implant into the jawbone. Most patients are surprised by how comfortable this process is and report feeling pressure but no pain. If you need bone grafting, we may do it at the same time.

Healing Time — The implant needs 3–6 months to bond with your bone. During healing, we can provide a temporary tooth if it's in a visible area to prevent a gap in your smile.

Your New Crown — Once healing is complete, we'll attach your custom crown. We design it to match your other teeth perfectly in color, shape, and size. No one will be able to tell it's not your natural tooth.

Insurance coverage varies from person to person, but many cover at least a part of implant treatment. We'll check your benefits and give you a written estimate before you even agree to treatment. We also offer financing through CareCredit and Cherry that lets you spread payments over time.

Ready to Replace Your Missing Teeth?

Don't let missing teeth hold you back from eating what you love or smiling with confidence. Dental implants can give you back the simple pleasures you've been missing.

Call Affordable Dental East at (317) 899-1100 to schedule your implant consultation. We'll use our advanced technology to create a treatment plan that's right for you and your budget.

We proudly serve patients throughout Indianapolis, Arlington Woods, and the Far Eastside, IN. Your new smile is waiting.