Replace Missing Teeth With Dental Implants

If you would like to replace missing teeth, dental implants may be a good option for you. Many people have teeth that are lost due to injury or disease. Missing teeth can affect your ability to chew properly or speak properly and can cause the teeth surrounding the space to shift. Bone loss can also occur around the missing tooth and may cause remaining teeth to become loose over time. Loss of teeth and bone can cause your face to sag and give the appearance of looking older. Dental implants are an effective way to replace missing teeth, improve your health and help you start smiling again!

The benefits of dental implants include:                                   

• Blending in with your other teeth for a natural look
• Implants are a secure and stable replacement for one or more missing teeth
• Replaces missing teeth without damaging the healthy surrounding teeth
• Can be used to help stabilize a loose, uncomfortable denture
• Excellent long-term option for restoring your smile
• Implants can last a lifetime with proper home care and regular dental visits

A dental implant is an artificial tooth root made of titanium and other materials that are compatible with your body. The implant is surgically placed into your jaw, and after a period of time for healing, the replacement tooth (implant crown) is placed on top of the implant.

 

The dental implant process generally takes three steps:

• Placement of the dental implant
• Healing
• Placement of the restorative tooth or teeth

 

Dental implants can be used to replace a single missing tooth or multiple teeth. Dental implants are used to support a bridge or denture when multiple teeth are missing. An implant supported denture helps to stabilize the denture and allow you to bite and chew naturally.

 

The best way to find out if you are a good candidate for a dental implant is by calling our office at 541-343-8527 for a complimentary implant consultation. Generally, if you are in good health and your jaw can support an implant, this treatment is a good option to replace your missing teeth.