If one or more missing teeth leave you feeling self-conscious about your smile, traditional dentures and partials are no longer your only option! Whether from accident, aging, or tooth decay there are some exciting advances in restorative dental technology. Dr. Remy Ajlunimay be able to replace your missing teeth with state-of-the-art dental implants, dental bridges, overdentures, or partials.
These innovative options look more natural than dentures and partials and are easier to maintain. Sometimes dentures and partials are the most effective option, but they’ve come a long way too.
Reach out to Clairpointe Family Dental in St. Clair Shores, MI to discuss which options will restore your smile!
COMPLETE ORAL EXAM
A comprehensive examination of your teeth, gums, and oral health.
X-RAYS
X-rays identify damage, decay, and the health of surrounding teeth.
MISSING TOOTH SMILE RESTORATION
We’ll discuss your options in implants, bridges, partials, overdentures, and dentures.
Replacing missing teeth empowers you to eat, speak, and smile with confidence!
Dental Implants in St. Clair Shores
Dental implants are one of many cutting-edge options for replacing missing teeth. Dr. Remy Ajluni will perform a comprehensive review of your oral health and existing teeth to determine which tooth replacement options are right for you. We restore your smile while maintaining your speech and function!
Beyond aesthetics, leaving a gap in your smile or anywhere in your mouth can spark a ripple effect of oral health problems. Your teeth may be straight today, but just one missing tooth can cause surrounding teeth to gradually shift and tilt out of alignment. This can disrupt your bite, make brushing and flossing less effective, and increase your risk of several oral health conditions.
What If It’s Just One Tooth?
Just one missing molar can make it more challenging to chew your favorite foods. Just one missing front tooth can make it difficult to bite into foods you enjoy. Clairpointe Family Dental restores your ability to chew!
Have Multiple Missing Teeth?
Multiple missing front teeth can change the shape of your face and alter pronunciation. This negatively impacts the clarity of your communication. If you no longer look or sound like yourself, restorative dentistry can help.
The Ripple Effect of Missing Teeth
Even if your missing tooth is in the back of your mouth where no one will see or know, it’s best to replace it to:
Maintain bite alignment
Eliminate tooth shifting
Eliminate tooth tilting
Maintain speech
Maintain facial structure
Maintain chewing ability
Prevent bone loss
Ensure ease of brushing and flossing
Reduce the risk of oral health problems
If your teeth have gradually begun to shift and are disrupting your speech, oral health, or self-confidence—Craft Dentistry is here to help!
We Replace Missing Teeth in St. Clair Shores
After a comprehensive exam that may include both X-rays and a 3D scan, Dr. Remy Ajluni will present you with your options. This may include:
Dental implants: We surgically implant a titanium post into your jawline and screw a restoration on top. Tooth implants look and function like natural teeth.
Whether for a single tooth, overdentures, or implant-supported dentures—the titanium post acts like a natural tooth root. This stimulates the bone preventing the bone loss that can occur with traditional dentures.
With proper care, implants last a lifetime!
If your implanted tooth is damaged, we can replace or restore it.
Implant-supported bridge: If you’re missing teeth are next to a dental implant, your implant provides a stable option for supporting a bridge.
Overdentures: If you’re missing multiple teeth, we may discuss a series of strategically placed dental implants that attach to removable overdentures.
Being attached to implants, overdentures are more stable than traditional dentures.
Implant-supported dentures: Similar to overdentures, the primary difference is that you can’t remove these dentures at home.
Conventional dentures: Conventional dentures are more comfortable, stable, and life-like than ever before.
Partial dentures: With full dentures, all or most of your upper and lower teeth must be removed.
Partials provide a better fit if you don’t need to remove as many teeth.
If you aren’t bothered by a missing back tooth, you may consider letting it go.
However, a missing back tooth can cause your remaining teeth to shift and tilt. Over time, this can alter your smile, ability to chew, and oral health and hygiene.
I drive over an hour just to see Dr. Reem, and she is absolutely worth it. She is by far the best dentist I have ever had. I used to have a lot of anxiety about going to the dentist, but from my very first visit she made me feel completely comfortable and at ease. Dr. Reem is incredibly welcoming, kind, patient, and genuinely caring. She takes the time to explain everything thoroughly, answers all of my questions, and never makes me feel rushed.<br><br>Her professionalism and attention to detail are unmatched, and you can tell she truly cares about her patients and their experience. The entire staff is friendly and accommodating, which makes every visit even better. Thanks to Dr. Reem, going to the dentist is no longer something I dread. I honestly cannot recommend her enough to anyone looking for a compassionate, skilled, and trustworthy dentist.
Amazing dentist. I hate the dentist and everyone here knows it. I have really bad anxiety and they are so sweet and stay calm with me. Plus i get gassed 😁. Highly recommend
Nice clean place , friendly staff , pricing is competitive. Dr Neena did my first visit , very friendly and professional making sure I was comfortable. I needed a cleaning but the hygienist is many months out , so Dr Neena had some spare time and did my cleaning also. I would most definitely recommend this facility to anyone I know.
Dr.Rita and assoc. and staff are professional, kind and courteous. They are extremely helpful with scheduling and take all precautions to keep you and themselves safe. Love Lindsay the dental hygienist. When going for a cleaning it like catching up with old friends. Highly recommend Clairpointe Family Dental
My mother had her first appointment with Dr. Gehlert and her staff today. She is pleased with her experience and how kind everyone was to her. She looks forward to her future visits.
I have had strong concerns about finding a new dentist. Had my first appointment with Dr. Gehlert today. Could not have been more satisfied with my entire experience. The office is professional, but friendly. I have some knowledge of dentistry and was completely impressed with everyone in the office and the office environment.<br>I am so relieved to think I have found a new dentist in an office that I feel confident with.
I had a very good experience that Clairpointe Family Dental! I am new to the area and did not yet established with a dentist until I had a problem. The staff over the phone were very kind and were able to get me in right away, before a holiday weekend. I did not have any long wait times when I got to the office. The staff and the doctor were extremely friendly for my whole visit. This was an excellent experience and I would recommend this to any new patient looking for a dentist to establish with!
I recently transferred to Clairpointe at the recommendation of a friend and could not be more pleased. I have severe dental anxiety and their entire team has been so welcoming and supportive. Wish I had made the move a few years ago.
I’ve been bringing my almost 11 year old since she was a baby and my 6 year old twins since they were babies. Lindsey has encouraged it from the beginning and because of this, my kids have all been successfully getting their teeth cleaned since they were 2!!! She lets them hold and use the water tool and sucker tool (not sure of proper names, sorry!) themselves and gives the tools silly names, so they happily sit there and let her do her thing! They have never shed a tear or asked not to go to the dentist. They have no fear of dentist appts thanks to her! All the staff are very friendly, patient, and gentle when interacting with my kids and myself. They give compliments to boost their self esteem. I drive 40 minutes to come to this office when there are more than 5 dentist offices within 5 minutes of my house. This office is the best!!!
It's always a pleasure going to the dentist when you have so many nice people working there ! I have been going there so long I think of all of you as friends. Thank you for always caring and knowing just what to do to keep me calm. 😀
My experience is always 100% satisfaction !<br>Gilda, Dr. Rita and Cherie are not only professionals, they are kind and caring people who give their best all the time.<br>Thank you for gentle , professional and caring dental service. I love you all😘
I like a lot Dr Gilhert i have seen her since my kids were young and now . I cant find a better dentist like her and her stuff. The place is clean, organized and modern equipment. My hole family and relative see her and recommend to every body 10/10
I experienced dental cleaning today from Jill at Clairpointe.<br>The office had a water shut off but Jill still did the job. I arrived early to see if I could get to another appointment i had, (my error). I was able to my other appointment and am grateful to Clairpointe. My teeth feel fabulous!
I used Microsoft Copilot to help me find a new dentist office after mine of 30+ years was acquired by a corporation and underwent too many changes that dissatisfied me. Clairpointe was the perfect landing spot for me. Clean, efficient environment with a very friendly and supportive staff. The amusing part about this place is that everyone has a beautiful smile. 😃
My husband and I have been patients of this dental practice for over 20 years. We have had general cleanings, fillings, night guards and bridge work completed. It can be difficult to find a dental practice which you trust and that make you feel at ease. The Clairpointe staff from front and back office to clinical staff are friendly, efficient, trustworthy and excellent at their jobs. I couldn't imagine going anywhere else!
Nobody likes to go to the dentist... But if you get a great dentist it makes it much easier, Dr Gehlert at Clairpoint Dental in St Clair Shores is the very best. The staff is so caring and efficient. I wouldn't go anywhere else. Thank You all for your caring expertise over the years, I truly appreciate all you have done for me! Joyce Zube
Professional, friendly, caring, and compassionate staff, assistants, hygienists and doctors! I continue to use Clairpointe Family Dental for my dental exams and dental needs even though I now live 3.5 hours away.
This is my place "not literally." I am 37 years old. Been coming here my whole life, my mom was a patient before I was born. These days, I live an hour away and still make the drive in for myself, wife and kids anytime one of us needs their services. Not only out of habit, but because they are good honest people. From the first second you walk in the door until you walk back out, you will be taken care of. If you are a personable character and enjoy human interaction, this is the place for you. If you happen to check clairpointe family dental out after reading this review, tell them I sent you 😂
My experience with Clairpointe is that it's always been "Pain Free"<br>and I appreciate that (thank you). It's almost fun going to an appointment. <chuckle>
