Dental implants are very different from traditional bridges or removable dentures. Not only do they last longer, but they can provide a more secure solution to tooth loss. In today’s blog, your Charles City, IA, dentist will be looking at the benefits of dental implants, and how we can help you enjoy optimal oral health and a full smile.
Long-Lasting Tooth Replacement
While a bridge needs crowns to stay in place, and dentures often require metal clasps or natural suction, dental implants are actually inserted via oral surgery into the jawbone itself. A screw-like device, a dental implant is also made from biocompatible titanium, which ensures they bond with the jawbone through a process known as osseointegration. The dental implant actually acts as a new root, which enables it to last for decades, possibly even a lifetime, with proper care and attention. Once the placement area heals completely and the osseointegration process takes place, which requires between three and six months, we will move forward with addressing the visible portion of your new tooth.
A Lifelike Appearance
We will take detailed impressions of your teeth and jaw in order to help design a custom-made crown. An abutment will attach the crown to your new tooth root and hold it securely in place. The crown will be created from ceramic, a strong material that not only absorbs serious bite forces, but can also be shaded to match the color of surrounding teeth. The material also contains stain-resistant properties. Your new tooth will look natural and match the rest of your smile, ensuring no one will be able to tell you have a replacement tooth.
Addressing Multiple Missing Teeth
What if you have more than one missing teeth? If you have a gap of two or more teeth in a row, then we may use two or more implants to secure a bridge. We can also place several in each arch to attach a full or partial denture, which addresses tooth loss using prosthetics that last much longer than traditional crown-secured prosthetics or removable dentures. If you have a single lost tooth, or several, then please contact our team today. We will perform a thorough exam and assess the current state of your oral health to see if these options are right or you. If so, we can move forward with the tooth replacement process. If you have any questions or concerns, then contact our team today.
Have You Lost a Tooth?
We would love to help you enjoy a full and beautiful smile with lifelike tooth replacement. To learn more about implant dentistry, schedule a visit by calling Central Park Dentistry in Charles City, IA, today at (641) 228-1115. We also proudly welcome patients from Nashua, Nora Springs, Riceville, and all surrounding communities.
