Flower Mound, Texas
Implant Restorations
Designed with Precision
Your implant is in place — now it needs a crown that fits perfectly, looks natural, and lasts. At Prentice Dental, Dr. Prentice uses digital workflows to design and place implant restorations with exceptional accuracy.
The Final Step
What Is an Implant Restoration?
A dental implant replaces a missing tooth in two stages. First, a titanium post is surgically placed into the jawbone by an oral surgeon or periodontist. Once the implant has healed and integrated with the bone, the second stage begins: the restoration.
The implant restoration is the custom crown — the visible, functional tooth — that attaches to the implant. This is the part patients see, chew with, and smile with. At Prentice Dental, Dr. Prentice designs and places these restorations using advanced digital technology for a result that fits precisely and looks completely natural. To find out if you're ready for restoration, start with a consultation.
Implant Placement vs. Implant Restoration
These are two distinct phases of treatment, often handled by different providers:
Implant Placement
The surgical phase — performed by an oral surgeon or periodontist. A titanium post is placed into the jawbone and allowed to heal over several months.
Implant Restoration
The restorative phase — performed by Dr. Prentice. A custom crown is digitally designed and precisely attached to the healed implant, completing your smile.
Dr. Prentice works closely with trusted surgeons in the Flower Mound area to coordinate care seamlessly. Whether your implant was placed locally or by a provider elsewhere, we can restore it.
When You May Need an Implant Restoration
Patients come to us for implant restorations in a variety of situations:
What We Restore
From a Single Tooth to a Full Arch
Dr. Prentice provides the restoration that makes an implant functional and beautiful, whatever its scale.
Single implant crowns
Replace one missing tooth with a custom crown that looks, feels, and functions like the natural tooth it replaces — with no alteration to the healthy teeth beside it.
Implant-supported bridges
Replace several adjacent missing teeth with a bridge anchored by implants: stronger and more conservative than a traditional bridge supported by neighbouring teeth.
Hybrid dentures
Full-arch teeth that attach securely to four to six implants. Removable for cleaning, yet stable enough to eat and speak with confidence.
Coordinating With Your Surgeon
A successful implant depends on two roles working together: a surgeon who places the implant in the ideal position, and a restorative dentist who designs the tooth that sits on it.
Dr. Prentice partners with experienced oral surgeons in the Flower Mound area and reviews the digital treatment plan with them before surgery begins. Planning the final restoration first means the implant is positioned for the result you actually want — no surprises, no compromises later.
After placement, the implant needs roughly three to six months to fuse with the bone, a process called osseointegration. Once healed, the restorative phase begins — and in many cases the final crown can be milled and placed in a single appointment.
Digital Precision
A Precision Digital Workflow
Implant restorations demand accuracy — even small discrepancies in fit can affect comfort, appearance, and long-term success. That's why Dr. Prentice relies on a fully digital workflow for every implant case.
Using an iTero Lumina scanner, he captures a precise 3D digital impression of the implant and surrounding anatomy — no goopy impressions, no guesswork. The crown is then designed using advanced CAD software, ensuring optimal contour, contact, and aesthetics before fabrication begins.
For many cases, the final crown can be milled in-house using our Glidewell.io technology — the same system behind our same-day crowns. This means faster turnaround, fewer appointments, and a result Dr. Prentice personally controls from scan to placement.
What to Expect During Your Restoration
Evaluation and imaging
Dr. Prentice examines the implant site, reviews any records from your surgeon, and takes digital scans and X-rays to confirm the implant is ready for restoration.
Digital impression and design
A precise 3D scan captures the implant position and your bite relationship. Your crown is then custom-designed digitally — shaped and shaded to blend naturally with your surrounding teeth.
Custom abutment and crown fabrication
Depending on the case, a custom abutment (the connector between implant and crown) is designed for ideal emergence and fit. The final crown is fabricated to exact specifications.
Placement and final adjustments
Dr. Prentice seats the crown, verifies the bite, and makes any refinements. You leave with a completed, natural-looking tooth — ready to function normally.
Why Flower Mound Patients Choose Prentice Dental
Implant restorations require precision, experience, and attention to detail. At Prentice Dental, you work directly with Dr. Prentice from start to finish — the same doctor who designs your crown is the one who places it. There's no handoff, no rotating associates, and no compromise on quality.
As a Kois Center Graduate with Honors and three-time Best of Denton County winner, Dr. Prentice combines advanced training with a methodical, patient-centered approach. Whether you're completing a single implant or restoring a full arch, every case receives the same level of care and digital precision.
Patients from Flower Mound, Lantana, Highland Village, Bartonville, and Argyle trust us for implant restorations — and for everything from emergency dental care to comprehensive reconstruction.
See Real Patient Results
Browse our gallery to see the precision and natural aesthetics Dr. Prentice brings to every implant restoration.
Visit the Smile GalleryImplant Restoration Questions
How long do implant crowns last?
With proper care, an implant crown typically lasts 10–20 years or longer. The implant itself can last a lifetime. Factors like oral hygiene, bite forces, and regular maintenance visits all contribute to longevity. Dr. Prentice designs every restoration for long-term durability.
Does getting an implant crown hurt?
No. The implant restoration process is comfortable and minimally invasive. Since the implant is already integrated into the bone, placing the final crown involves digital scanning and precise attachment — no surgery, no stitches, and typically no anesthesia needed.
How long does the implant restoration process take?
Most implant restorations are completed in one to two visits. The first appointment involves a digital scan and custom design. Depending on the case, the final crown may be placed the same day or at a short follow-up appointment.
Will my insurance cover an implant crown?
Many PPO dental plans cover a portion of implant crowns. We work with most major PPO insurance plans and will file claims on your behalf. Our team can help you understand your coverage before treatment begins.
Can you restore an implant that was placed by another dentist or surgeon?
Yes. Dr. Prentice regularly restores implants placed by oral surgeons, periodontists, and other providers. As long as the implant has integrated properly, we can design and place a precision crown regardless of who performed the original surgery.
What's the difference between an implant and an implant crown?
The implant is a titanium post surgically placed into the jawbone by a specialist. The implant crown is the visible, tooth-shaped restoration attached to the implant — this is the part Dr. Prentice designs and places at Prentice Dental.
Does Dr. Prentice place the implant itself?
No. Dr. Prentice focuses on the restorative side — the crown, bridge, or denture that attaches to the implant — and works closely with trusted oral surgeons who place the implant fixture. Planning both phases together produces the best long-term outcome.
What is a hybrid denture?
A hybrid denture is a full-arch restoration that attaches to four to six dental implants. It is removable for cleaning but locks securely in place for eating and speaking, eliminating the slipping and discomfort of a traditional denture.
Can you make an implant crown the same day?
In many cases, yes. Once the implant has healed, Dr. Prentice can often design and mill the final implant crown in-house during a single appointment using the same technology behind our same-day crowns.
Ready to Complete Your Implant?
Schedule a consultation to discuss your implant restoration. Precise planning, natural results, one trusted doctor.