At present, more and more options are becoming available to replace missing tooth, thanks to the advancement of technology specific to dentistry. For a long time, people who have experienced tooth loss have settled for dentures as the only alternative. Lately, one of the newest alternative was introduced and was found to be the most successful: dental implants.
Here at Wilton Manors Dental, we aim to always provide our patients with the best and the latest services to help you with your oral health problems. If you think dental implant is something you always need, you have come to the right place.
Dental implant is an option for replacing missing or badly diseased teeth. A dental implant offers comfort and stability and, by virtue of the artificial tooth it supports, is a restoration that is the closest thing to a natural tooth. It is a titanium screw that is used to support one or more crown. It replaces the root of the tooth by being placed into the jawbone.
Patients of all ages have opted dental implants to replace a single tooth or several teeth or to support partial or full dentures. Dental implants and their crowns help restore the ability to chew food. They help fill out a face that otherwise could look sunken because of missing teeth. Unlike dentures, implants and crowns are not removed for overnight soaking and cleaning. No adhesives are needed.
What are the steps involved in placing dental implants?
- The dentist surgically places the implant in the jaw, with the top of the implant slightly above the top of the bone. A screw is inserted into the implant to prevent gum tissue and other debris from entering. The gum then is secured over the implant.
- The implant is uncovered and the dentist attaches the post (extension), to the implant. The gum tissue is allowed to heal around the post. Some implants need a second surgical procedure in which a post is attached to connect the replacement teeth.
- The dentist makes a crown, which has a size, shape, color and fit that will blend with your other teeth. Once completed, the crown is attached to the implant post.
Who can get dental implants?
Anyone healthy enough to undergo a routine dental extraction or oral surgery can be considered for a dental implant. Patients should have healthy gums and bones in order to receive dental implant. They also should be committed to maintaining good oral hygiene habits and regular dental visits. Those who do cigarette smoking or patients with chronic disorders such as diabetes or heart disease, or patients who are undergoing radiation therapy need to be examined first by the dentist. If this is something you are considering to have, you should consult your dentist first.
What are the advantages of getting an implant?
- When you lose a tooth, the surrounding teeth will eventually begin moving to fill in the space and you want to stop your teeth from shifting into the empty space because this can only cause a number of dental complications. Placing a dental implant will keep your teeth properly spaced which will make it easier for you to clean them.
- Choosing dental implant over fixed bridge will prevent deterioration of your jawbone.
- You can avoid a wide variety of complications with dentures such as poor fit, sore in the mouths, sunken lips and food restrictions.
- Dental implant can help you preserve your appearance because it provides the stimulation your body needs to produce dense, healthy jawbone material and keep your face looking full and youthful. If you have a missing teeth, your jawbone will begin to deteriorate and will cause your face to appear sunken in. Getting a dental implant will help you avoid getting this look.
- Dental implants allow you to speak without having to worry that the tooth might slip, unlike with poor fitting dentures with teeth slipping in your mouth, causing you to mumble or slur your words.
- Implants eliminate the discomfort of removable dentures because they become part of you
- Loose and slipping dentures make it difficult for you to eat and chew. Dental implants function naturally just like your teeth, so you do not have to worry about any restrictions on eating the food that you like.
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