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Losing a tooth will change your smile, affect how you chew, how your jaw feels, and how confident you are talking to a neighbor when you run into them at the grocery store. Restoring that missing tooth with a natural-looking, fully functional replacement is one of the most rewarding parts of modern dentistry.
At the office of Travis J. Calhoun, DDS, we help Asheville patients complete their smiles after dental implant surgery with a crown, bridge, or denture built to match their bite and their appearance. Dr. Calhoun has served western North Carolina families for over 30 years, and his approach to implant restoration reflects the same careful, conservative philosophy he brings to every other part of your care. Explore our full range of dental services to see how implant restoration fits into a complete, whole-person approach to your oral health.
Dental implants involve two distinct stages that first begin with the surgical placement of a titanium post into the jawbone, a procedure performed by an oral surgeon or periodontist. The second stage is the restoration, where a custom crown, bridge, or denture is designed and attached to that post so you can eat, speak, and smile normally again.
Dr. Calhoun focuses on this second stage. He partners with trusted local surgical specialists who place the implant, then he steps in to design and place the final restoration once your jawbone has healed and integrated with the post. This team-based strategy means you get a surgeon who focuses exclusively on placement and a restorative dentist who focuses exclusively on making your new tooth look and feel like it belongs in your mouth. You can also learn how implant restoration versus implant placement happens at each stage, step by step.
Once your surgeon confirms that the implant has healed and bonded with your jawbone, the restoration phase can begin with us. An abutment, a small connector that links the implant to your new tooth, is placed if needed, and we take impressions or scans so your restoration matches your bite.
Timing varies from patient to patient. Healing after implant surgery often takes several months, and your surgeon will tell you when the site is ready. At the fitting visit, we check the shape, shade, and bite of your new tooth and make adjustments before it is secured.
The right restoration depends on how many teeth are missing, the health of the surrounding bone and gum tissue, and your goals for comfort and appearance. Your options may include the following.
Whichever direction fits your situation, our goal is the same: a restoration that looks natural and functions the way a healthy tooth should.
Dr. Calhoun customizes every implant restoration for size, shape, shade, and fit so it blends in with the teeth around it. Fine-tuning the bite is part of that process, which is how our approach to restorative dentistry brings function and appearance together.
We also take a conservative view of dentistry, which is part of why patients trust us with something as personal as a restored smile. In some cases, a tooth that looks like a candidate for removal can be saved with treatment like root canal therapy, and when a tooth cannot be saved, we can discuss tooth extractions and your replacement options.
The implant itself cannot get a cavity, but the gum tissue and bone around it still need attention. Brushing twice a day, cleaning between your teeth daily, and keeping up with regular checkups and cleanings all help protect your investment. If you have a history of gum disease, let us know, since gum health affects how well an implant holds up.
Research on implant rehabilitation shows that residual cement, poor prosthetic design, and insufficient hygiene care are linked to inflammation around implants, which is why a careful fit and consistent home care both matter. If something about your restoration feels loose, sore, or different, contact us promptly so we can take a look.
The cost of an implant restoration depends on what you need, such as a single crown, a bridge, or a denture, so we review your plan and walk through the details with you before treatment begins. Our office is fee-for-service, which means we do not participate in insurance networks and payment is collected at the time of treatment.
Many patients can submit a claim to their insurance provider for partial reimbursement, and our office can provide the documentation you need. Coverage depends on your individual plan. If you would like to spread out the cost, we work with CareCredit and Cherry, and you can find the details on our payments and financing page.
If you have already had an implant placed or you are exploring your options for a missing tooth, our Asheville practice is here to help you complete the process with a restoration built specifically for your mouth. Dr. Calhoun brings more than 30 years of restorative dentistry experience to every patient and has served Asheville and western North Carolina since 1995.
Missing a tooth can feel discouraging, but a natural-looking, fully functional replacement may be within reach. To schedule your visit and find out which restoration option fits you, contact our office today and our team will walk you through the next steps.
Questions about payments and financing options? Give us a call at (828) 277-2722.
Dr. Travis Calhoun has been treating patients throughout Asheville and western North Carolina for over 30 years. A born-and-raised Asheville native, he studied at the University of Georgia before completing his dental training at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, and has run a fee-for-service family practice here ever since. Patients trust his unhurried, detail-oriented approach to every treatment plan.
"It is my mission to treat everybody like they were my mom. I want to keep my skills at the absolute highest level so I can deliver the best dental care available, in a relaxed, laid-back atmosphere."
