Why Dental Implants? Its no wonder people are curious about dental implants. Patients with missing teeth are pleasantly surprised at how much implants are like real teeth. Dental Implants look, feel, and function like your own natural teeth. Implants can help to improve your overall quality of life in the following ways:
- Allow you to bite and chew naturally
- Allow you to enjoy your favorite foods again
- Help to prevent bone loss
- Help to improve eating habits
- Helps keep other teeth in position
- Allow you to speak naturally and fell like yourself
- Help you to feel more attractive
- Provide a permanent solution for missing teeth
- Simply help you enjoy life to the fullest
The implant process is effective and it’s safe. The system we use has evolved over 25 years of documented research. Implant systems vary. But for the right candidate, all systems offer better function than removable dentures.
There are three stages used for placing a dental implant. First, during a surgical procedure, the implant device is inserted into the upper or lower jawbone. This procedure is usually performed with only local anesthesia. Other types of sedation as in all dental treatment are also available. After a two to six months healing period, posts are attached to each implant. (During this time, we’ll have temporary replacements for you so you won’t be “toothless”). Lastly, new teeth are made by your general dentist or a prosthodontist just for your face and mouth. These teeth are secured to the implanted posts with precision attachments. Your new teeth look just like your real teeth, as only the “tooth part” is visible.
To be a good implant candidate, you need the bony ridges in your jaw to be in good shape and healthy gum tissue.
Should you have any questions, we’d be happy to provide you with more information about dental implants.
Give us a call and schedule an implant consultation. See how you can benefit from implants.
