A dental implant is a tiny titanium screw that is surgically implanted in the jawbone. Once in place, it acts as an artificial tooth root. Dental implants can be used to replace any number of missing teeth. Dental implants can be used to replace a single tooth or multiple teeth.

What Are Dental Implants?

Dental implants are titanium “roots” that are fused with bones during oral surgery. They replace natural tooth roots, providing a stable base for dental crowns or dentures. Patients typically receive implants when they lose their teeth due to gum disease or accident and trauma. Losing your teeth can lead to bone loss in your jaw, so it’s important to replace the missing structure as soon as possible to prevent shifting facial structures and other issues. Speak with your cosmetic dentist to learn more!

Most patients find that they feel great after dental implant surgery. This is because implant dentistry not only makes it easier to eat and speak clearly but helps prevent the bone deterioration that is so common after losing a tooth.

Who Can Benefit From Dental Implants?

It’s important to note that dental implants aren’t for everyone. The ideal candidate for this procedure will have adequate bone in their jaw to support the implant, as well as healthy gums that will maintain the implant properly over time. Your dentist will be able to tell you if this procedure is right for you or if another procedure may be a better solution for your needs.

Benefits of Dental Implants

Dental implants offer a permanent solution to missing teeth and eliminate the need for removable dental appliances like dentures, partials, or bridges.

Dental implants are permanently fixed to the jaw and cannot be removed, and require no special care beyond good oral hygiene and regular professional teeth cleanings. They are the only treatment that can stop bone loss in the jaw that occurs after tooth loss. Because they are so durable and require very little maintenance, implants can be an excellent long-term solution for missing or damaged teeth.

Though dental implants are a more expensive treatment than dentures, their benefits make them a worthwhile investment. Unlike denture plates or bridges, dental implants never need to be removed for cleaning, and they don’t allow food debris to get stuck and cause decay. They also preserve your jawbone and prevent facial collapse, so you can maintain a youthful appearance. And best of all, they look just like natural teeth! Since they’re made of biocompatible metals like titanium, they’re easy to care for and typically last for decades. 

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