Dental Implants Something To Smile About

By Celeste Balino, DDS

King Centre Dental

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Dental Implants Something To Smile About

The most significant detail of a person's first impression is their smile. While there are many dental procedures to enhance a person's smile, what can be done if you are one of the millions of patients suffering from tooth loss?

Previously, the only options for replacing lost teeth were bridges or dentures. However, dental implants can replace missing teeth. Implant treatment allows patients to regain the beauty, form, and function of their own natural teeth.

What Are Dental Implants?

Dental implants are posts made of titanium, a safe metal that combines with the patient's existing bone. Replacement teeth, such as crowns or dentures, are secured on top of the implants to blend with the adjacent teeth.

What Is Expected When Getting Dental Implants?

The procedure involves placing the dental implant into the site of a missing tooth after the bone is prepared. The surrounding jawbone becomes securely attached to the implant during the healing phase, which usually lasts three months.

When the implant has fused to the bone, an abutment or a connector post, is fixed to the dental implant. The abutment serves as a foundation where the crown is secured.

Why Opt for Dental Implants?

Patients find that implants allow them to regain the beauty, form, and function of their own natural teeth.

Dental implants are stronger than bridges or dentures. They can also increase the stability and retention of dentures.

Implants help stop the inevitable bone shrinkage of the jawbone by acting like the roots of natural teeth.

Implants offer a permanent solution to tooth loss.

Dental implants improve speech by eliminating the thickness of a denture.

Unlike a bridge, implants are able to replace missing teeth without having to reduce healthy adjacent teeth.

How Can I Find The Right Dentist For Implant Placement?

Although all dentists are able to place implants, it is imperative for patients to research their prospective implant dentist. Years of implant experience, completed implant cases, and continuing education classes can be essential information when selecting an implant dentist.