Dental Implants
Dental implants are metal posts or frames that are surgically positioned into the jawbone beneath your gums. Once in place, they allow your dentist to mount replacement teeth onto them.
What is it?
Simply put, a dental implant is an artificially constructed replacement for a natural tooth root. A titanium post is inserted into the jaw to act as a strong root for a replacement tooth. A connecting piece known as an abutment is placed on top of the post and serves as the attachment point for a dental crown, a dental bridge or a denture.
Are you a Candidate?
Due to advances in technology, most people can now successfully receive dental implants. In the past, people with too much bone loss around the missing tooth could not receive implants. Missing bone needed for successful implant placement can now be regenerated with bone grafting techniques.
People with health conditions that formerly would have made implant placement too risky, can now receive dental implants. This includes people with diabetes, heart disease or who are heavy smokers. Our doctors can work in coordination with your physician to ensure success.
Age is not a factor for being able to receive dental implants. The only age range for which it is not recommended are young people whose jaw structures are still growing.
Replacing Teeth
Dental implants look, act and feel just like real teeth. They are a more conservative tooth replacement option as they do not require alteration of the patient’s other healthy teeth. Implants provide the biting and chewing pressure necessary to prevent bone loss. This not only preserves the jawbone supporting the implant but maintains the stability of the adjacent natural teeth as well. Implants can last a lifetime with regular care and are the strongest and most lifelike tooth replacement option.