Losing one or more teeth can impact everything from your ability to chew to the appearance of your smile and even your long-term oral health. At Apex Oral Surgery in Tallahassee, we provide advanced, long-lasting tooth replacement solutions tailored to each patient’s needs. Led by oral and maxillofacial surgeon Dr. Christian Jimenez, our practice offers the highest level of surgical precision, modern technology, and comfortable care to restore missing teeth with exceptional results.
Whether you’ve lost a tooth due to injury, decay, periodontal disease, or a failed restoration, we’re here to help you rebuild your smile with solutions that look, feel, and function like natural teeth.
Why Replacing Missing Teeth Is Important
Missing teeth affect more than appearance. Without replacement, you can experience:
Bone loss in the jaw
Shifting of nearby teeth
Difficulty chewing and speaking
Facial sagging or premature aging
Increased risk of decay or gum disease
Bite problems and jaw discomfort
Replacing missing teeth protects your overall oral health and restores confidence in your smile.
Why Choose Apex Oral Surgery for Tooth Replacement?
Tooth replacement is a surgical and restorative process that benefits greatly from specialist-level training. Oral surgeons like Dr. Jimenez bring unmatched expertise in:
Bone biology
Implant placement
Jaw anatomy
Surgical planning
Advanced sedation
Complex cases and full-mouth reconstruction
With 3D imaging, guided implant technology, PRF healing enhancement, and sedation options—including IV sedation—Apex Oral Surgery provides the safest, most comfortable tooth replacement experience possible.
Your Tooth Replacement Options at Apex Oral Surgery
As a specialist, Dr. Jimenez offers a comprehensive range of restorative solutions, from single-tooth replacements to full-arch rehabilitation. Each option is carefully evaluated through 3D imaging and digital planning to ensure a personalized, predictable treatment plan.
1. Dental Implants – The Gold Standard for Tooth Replacement
Dental implants are widely regarded as the most durable, natural-looking, and functional tooth replacement option. An implant replaces the entire tooth—both the root and the crown.
Permanent and long-lasting
Look and function like natural teeth
Preserve jawbone density
Prevent adjacent teeth from shifting
Restore strong chewing ability
No slipping, clicking, or adhesives
Cannot decay
Single tooth implants
Multiple tooth implants
Immediate implants (same-day placement for qualifying cases)
Implant-supported bridges
Full arch implant solutions (All-on-4®, All-on-6)
Implant-supported dentures
2. Implant-Supported Bridges
Traditional bridges require filing down healthy neighboring teeth to support the restoration. Implant-supported bridges, however, are anchored directly into the jaw using dental implants.Advantages Include:
No need to alter natural teeth
Stronger, more stable, and longer-lasting
Prevent bone loss in the missing tooth area
More natural appearance and function
3. Implant-Supported Dentures (“Snap-In Dentures”)
For patients who want a secure, removable option, implant-supported dentures offer excellent stability without the discomfort and slipping associated with traditional dentures.Benefits Include:
Denture snaps onto 2–4 implants
No adhesives or pastes
Reduced sore spots
More natural appearance
4. Full Arch Restoration (All-on-4® / All-on-6)
If you are missing all or most teeth in an arch, full arch restoration provides a permanent, fixed solution supported by 4–6 implants.Why Patients Choose This Option:
Fixed, non-removable teeth
Immediate results (often same-day temporary teeth)
Strong and natural bite
Strong and natural bite
Highly aesthetic and durable
5. Bone Grafting & Sinus Lifts for Future Replacement
If you have bone loss due to missing teeth or periodontal disease, bone grafting or sinus lift procedures can restore healthy bone and prepare the jaw for future implants.Bone grafting allows patients to:
Reverse bone loss
Strengthen the implant site
Restore facial structure
Become candidates for dental implants
6. Traditional Dentures
While not implant-supported, traditional dentures are still an option for patients looking for an affordable way to replace missing teeth quickly.
Pros:
Non-surgical
Cost-effective
Restores appearance quickly
Can slip or move
Reduced chewing ability
Do not prevent bone loss
Require ongoing adjustments
Schedule Your Tooth Replacement Consultation
in Tallahassee, FL
If you are missing one or more teeth, Apex Oral Surgery can restore your smile with modern, long-lasting, and natural solutions. Dr. Jimenez will evaluate your needs, explain all your options, and help you choose the treatment that best fits your goals.
Call today or schedule your consultation online to explore the best tooth replacement options for your smile.
