Dental Implant Restoration in Portage Park, Chicago
Complete Your Implant with a Custom, Natural-Looking Tooth
A dental implant provides a solid foundation — but it’s the implant restoration that completes your smile. At 6 Corners Dental Studio, we specialize in custom dental implant restorations that blend seamlessly with your natural teeth while restoring full function, comfort, and appearance.
Whether you're receiving a new restoration on a recently placed implant or need to replace or repair an older one, our team works closely with you to ensure precise fit, aesthetics, and bite alignment. Dr. Julienne Hong combines detailed diagnostics with personalized design to create restorations that feel just like real teeth — or better.
What Is a Dental Implant Restoration?
A dental implant consists of three key components:
- Implant Post – A titanium screw placed surgically into the jawbone (by a specialist) to act as the root
- Abutment – A connector that links the post to the visible restoration
- Restoration – The custom crown, bridge, or denture that replaces the visible tooth
At our practice, we focus on the final step: designing and placing the restoration that sits atop your dental implant.
Depending on how many teeth you’re missing, we may restore your implant with:
- A single crown (for one missing tooth)
- An implant-supported bridge (for multiple teeth in a row)
- An implant-supported denture (for full-arch tooth loss)
Each restoration is crafted for strength, durability, and natural appearance, using high-quality materials matched to your surrounding teeth.
Who Needs Implant Restoration?
We assist both new and existing implant patients, including:
- Patients referred to us after implant placement by a specialist
- Individuals with existing implants who need a worn or broken restoration replaced
- Patients who are mid-treatment and require follow-through on the restoration process
- Individuals transitioning from removable prosthetics (like dentures) to fixed implant solutions
Whether your implant was placed weeks ago or years ago, we’re here to restore full function and aesthetics with a restoration that’s built to last.
The Dental Implant Restoration Process
The number of visits required depends on the complexity of your case, but most restorations involve:
- Evaluation and Imaging
Dr. Hong will examine your implant site, take digital X-rays, and assess the health of your gums and surrounding bone. If your implant was placed by a specialist, we’ll coordinate care for a seamless transition. - Impression and Design
We take digital impressions and design your restoration with precision. The shape, size, and color are customized to match your natural teeth. - Crown, Bridge, or Denture Fabrication
Your restoration is crafted by a trusted dental lab using strong, aesthetic materials such as porcelain or zirconia. - Final Placement
Once ready, we attach your custom restoration to the implant abutment. Dr. Hong will ensure your bite feels balanced and your smile looks natural.
Benefits of a Professionally Restored Dental Implant
A properly designed and placed restoration offers several key advantages:
- Fully restored chewing function
- A natural, symmetrical appearance
- Long-lasting performance with minimal maintenance
- No shifting or clicking like traditional dentures
- Support for adjacent teeth and preservation of jawbone structure
Your implant restoration can also serve as part of a broader restorative dentistry plan if you're rebuilding your smile after trauma, decay, or tooth loss.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — please bring a valid ID, your insurance card (if applicable), and a list of any current medications.
What materials are used for dental implant restorations?
Most implant crowns are made from porcelain or zirconia for strength and aesthetics. We’ll help you choose the right material based on your bite, budget, and cosmetic goals.
Will the restoration look like my natural teeth?
Yes. Your restoration is color-matched and shaped to blend in with your existing teeth. Once in place, it will be virtually indistinguishable.
Can you fix a damaged implant crown?
Yes. If your crown is cracked, worn, or loose, we can assess whether it can be repaired or if a replacement is needed. In many cases, only the restoration (not the implant post) needs attention.
How do I care for my dental implant restoration?
Brush and floss daily, avoid biting into extremely hard objects, and maintain routine cleanings and exams. We’ll review specific care tips with you based on your restoration type.
Is this procedure covered by insurance?
Many dental insurance plans offer partial coverage for implant restorations. Visit our Patient Info page or contact us to check your benefits and learn about financing options.
Complete Your Smile with Expert Implant Restoration in Chicago
At 6 Corners Dental Studio, we understand how important it is for your dental implant to look and feel just right. Whether you’re finishing a new implant treatment or updating an older restoration, we’ll deliver results that support your health, function, and confidence — all with the attentive care of Dr. Julienne Hong.
Call (773) 481-9455, schedule online, or contact us here to book your implant restoration consultation in Chicago.
