Dental implants are the most stable, long-lasting way to replace missing teeth. They look and feel like natural teeth and act as titanium prosthetic roots that help protect jawbone and facial structure by reducing post-extraction bone loss.
At Eck Dental Partners in Schertz, Dr. Nathan Eck (Air Force AEGD–trained) specializes in full-scope implant care--from single teeth to full-arch solutions and All-on-X. We use CBCT 3D planning, guided surgery, and leading systems (including MegaGen) for precise, predictable results. Flexible financing and veteran-friendly programs are available.
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We provide a complete range of dental implant solutions in Schertz. Whether you’re missing one tooth or an entire arch, Dr. Eck can restore your smile and oral health with a plan tailored to your needs.
We design lifelike implant crowns, bridges, and dentures that match your bite and smile. Routine 6-month maintenance visits in our Schertz office help protect the tissues around your implants, balance your bite, and keep your investment healthy for the long term.
For qualified cases, an implant and a temporary tooth can be placed in the same visit. You leave looking complete while the implant integrates. Follow-ups confirm healing, and Dr. Eck fabricates your final restoration for lasting strength and aesthetics.
A single titanium implant integrates with the jawbone and is restored with a custom porcelain crown. This replaces the missing tooth without touching neighboring teeth, recreating natural function and appearance.
When most or all teeth are missing, 4–6 implants can support a complete arch. Options include fixed bridges (All-on-X) or removable implant-retained dentures--both designed for confident chewing and stable facial support.
Removable dentures that snap to implants for dramatically improved stability, speech, and comfort. They are easy to clean and feel far more secure than traditional dentures.
A streamlined fixed solution using four strategically placed implants to support a full-arch bridge. Often reduces the need for grafting and delivers a smile that feels solid from the first provisional.
Coverage varies. Many plans contribute to parts of treatment (extractions, crowns) but not the entire implant. We provide clear estimates and offer financing (e.g., CareCredit) to make treatment attainable.
Most healthy adults with sufficient bone and healthy gums qualify. If bone is thin, Dr. Eck may recommend grafting or a sinus lift to prepare the site. A consultation with CBCT imaging clarifies your options.
Implants replace teeth lost to decay, gum disease, or fracture, and they can anchor bridges when adjacent teeth aren’t suitable. Active periodontal issues are treated first, and X-rays/CBCT confirm bone support before placement.
Brush and floss daily (including around implant abutments), use fluoride toothpaste, and keep regular professional cleanings. Avoid chewing very hard objects and attend follow-ups so we can monitor tissues and bite forces.
With good home care and professional maintenance, implants can last decades--often a lifetime. Longevity is influenced by hygiene, bite forces, medical conditions, and habits such as smoking.
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