Dental Implants |

Dental implants have revolutionized dentistry and improved the quality of life for countless patients by permanently replacing missing teeth. Of all the treatment options available now, implants are the closest you can come to replacing a natural tooth. An implant is a metal post planted below the gum tissue into the bone to simulate the root of a tooth. After the implant fuses to the bone in your jaw, a crown is attached to the metal root to permanently replace the lost tooth. If multiple teeth are missing, implants can also be used to support a bridge or to provide stability for a partial or complete denture.

Implants offer many benefits:

Restoring your natural chewing function so you can chew the foods you enjoy
Creating a beautiful smile
Preventing further bone loss in the areas where teeth have been lost
The tooth is permanently in place, rather than being removed at night and having unsightly metal clasps
The teeth on either side of the space do not have to be altered or cut down to support a bridge

Dental implants are the ultimate in cosmetic dentistry options. These “replacement” teeth look and function just like real teeth. Implants will last for decades, so they are a good choice for replacing missing teeth.

The cosmetic dental work involved with getting implants is a two-step process. The first step is to have an oral surgeon insert the titanium screw into the jaw bone. This will serve as the tooth’s “root.” After the oral surgery, the area needs to heal for four to six months. During this time, the titanium actually fuses to the jawbone, anchoring it in a manner similar to a real tooth root.

The second step is to insert the porcelain tooth and adhere it to the titanium screw. The replacement tooth is made in a dental lab, and the dentist fits it into your mouth so it looks like it’s always been part of your smile.

Dental implants are a natural-looking way to replace teeth that are missing or damaged and a great tool for improving smiles.