Now patients who are missing teeth have a strong, beautiful
alternative to bridges, partials, or full dentures. Dental implants
will improve your smile and your lifestyle. They look, feel, and
function like natural teeth because of a titanium anchor attached
to the jawbone. Implants can also anchor bridges, partials, or
full dentures to eliminate slipping.
After a thorough evaluation, your dentist can tell you whether
you’re a candidate for dental implants. They require adequate
bone structure for placement. The first stage of the procedure
involves oral surgery in which a titanium post is implanted into
the jawbone for each missing tooth or for the new teeth that will
anchor a bridge or denture. Nature will take its course, allowing
your bone tissue to fuse with the titanium post. This creates
a solid foundation.
Once the dental implants are secured, your dentist will attach
a handcrafted, permanent crown to each post. The restorations
will match your natural teeth and blend seamlessly with your smile.
By imitating an entire natural tooth, from the root up, dental
implants offer a prosthetic device that closely mimics nature.
The result? Dental implant patients enjoy restored function, which
allows a healthy diet of hard-to-chew foods. Speech may also improve.
Strong and secure, your new smile will boost your confidence,
enhance your appearance, and improve your quality of life.
