Implants

What Are Dental Implants?: Think of dental implants as artificial tooth roots, shaped like screws, that are placed into your jawbone. They bond with your natural bone to support one or more artificial teeth, called crowns.

Why Get Dental Implants?:

• To replace missing teeth so you can smile with confidence.
• To provide a stable support for artificial teeth, making eating and speaking easier.
• Unlike dentures, they don’t slip or move in your mouth.
• They feel and look like your own teeth.

The Dental Implant Process:

1. Consultation: Your dentist checks your teeth and discusses the best plan for you.
2. Implant Placement: The implant is surgically placed into your jawbone, where your missing tooth was.
3. Healing: Over a few months, the implant fuses with your jawbone in a process called osseointegration.
4. Placing the Abutment: Once healed, a small connector – called an abutment – is placed on top of the dental implant to hold and support your crowns.
5. Adding the Crown: Custom-made crowns (the artificial teeth) are attached to the abutments.

Aftercare:

• Treat them like your natural teeth with regular brushing and flossing.
• Regular check-ups with your dentist to ensure everything is okay.

Benefits of Dental Implants:

• Long-lasting solution for missing teeth.
• Help maintain your jawbone’s shape and density.
• Improve the appearance of your smile and face.
• Increase comfort compared to removable dentures.
• Improve speech and eating comfort.

Who Can Get Implants?: Most adults in good general health, with a healthy jawbone and without gum disease, are candidates for dental implants.

Remember: Dental implants are a popular and effective way to replace missing teeth and are designed to blend in with your other teeth, providing a long-term option for restoring your smile.