Dental implants in Rockland, Maine
A dental implant replaces the root of a missing tooth with a titanium post, then a crown built to match the teeth beside it. It's the closest thing to getting the tooth back.
Who implants are for
Anyone missing a tooth, about to lose one, or living with a denture that moves. A gap doesn't stay a gap: the teeth on either side drift toward it, the tooth above drops down to meet it, and the bone that held the root begins to shrink. An implant stops all three, because it loads the bone the way a real root does.
Dr. Basi places and restores implants here in our office, from a single tooth to a full arch, so the whole process stays with one dentist. If a bridge or a partial denture would genuinely serve you better, he'll say so — that conversation happens before anything is scheduled.
Multiple implants
Implant-supported bridges
Implant-supported dentures
Full-arch restoration
How the process works
A cone-beam scan shows the bone, the nerve and the sinus in three dimensions. Dr. Basi plans the exact position and angle before anything happens in your mouth.
Dr. Basi places the post in our office under local anesthetic, guided by the plan. Most people are surprised by how straightforward it is. Nitrous oxide is available if you'd like it.
Bone grows onto the implant and locks it in place. This takes a few months and can't be rushed. You won't be walking around with a gap while it happens.
A digital scan captures the exact shape of the site, and the crown is built to match your other teeth in shade, contour and bite. It should be the tooth nobody notices.
Implants instead of a denture
If you already wear a full or partial denture that slides, a small number of implants can anchor it. The denture snaps onto them, stays put while you eat, and comes out for cleaning. For many patients it's the single biggest quality-of-life change we offer.
What it costs
Implant treatment is priced in writing before it starts, broken into stages so you can see what falls where. Many plans contribute something, and we file your claim for you.
Cherry and CareCredit financing spread the cost over time. Fees and insurance in full →
Common questions about dental implants
Does it hurt?
Dr. Basi places the implant in our office under local anesthetic, and most patients feel very little. Nitrous oxide is available. Soreness afterward is usually mild and short-lived.
How do I look after it?
Brush and floss it like a natural tooth, and keep your regular cleanings. Implants don't decay, but the gum around them still needs looking after.
Will insurance cover it?
Many plans contribute toward the crown and some toward the implant itself. Send us your plan and we'll tell you what it covers here before you commit to anything.
How long does the whole thing take?
Most cases run three to six months from placement to final crown, because the bone needs time to fuse to the implant. You're not left without a tooth in the meantime.
How long do dental implants last?
With good hygiene and regular checkups, the implant is designed to last decades.
What if I've lost bone?
Often it's still possible. The 3D scan shows exactly what's there, and where bone is thin it can frequently be built back. If another option would serve you better, Dr. Basi will tell you.
Find out if an implant is right for you.
One consultation and a 3D scan will tell you where you stand. Patients come to us from Camden, Rockport, Belfast, Damariscotta and the islands.