Dentists can restore your smile and confidence using dental implants. You can have one implant fitted or even a whole set of new teeth. Dental implants are the easiest and most effective way to restore missing teeth.
You can lose your teeth for a variety of reasons, and there are plenty of ways you can choose to restore them. However, dental implants are the only fully permanent solution, and the only one which fights to prevent the common occurrence of bone loss when teeth are missing.
What is bone loss?
Bone loss is common with patients missing one or more teeth, and particularly with those who have been wearing dentures for a long time. This is because common solutions such as dentures and bridges don’t actually replace the root of the tooth. Without roots in place, your jaw will begin shrinking back.
If you are struggling with dentures or have lost a tooth recently, dental implants can help. Implants can alleviate or remove entirely the common issues experienced by denture wearers, such as problems with eating and speech, and loss of confidence. Implants can do this because they are replacements for tooth roots. Implants support bone growth, and are made from titanium, therefore preventing bone loss and holding your teeth and jaw in place.
The procedure
If you are interested in dental implants, your dentist will use scans and x-rays to assess the current level of bone density in your jaw. This is to check that you don’t require additional bone grafting procedures prior to the placement of the implants.
Most dentists will use the latest digital technologies to plan your implants, to ensure the process is simple and smooth, and your new teeth blend into your natural set seamlessly. Most patients only require local anaesthetic for dental implants, but consult your dentist if you wish to have conscious sedation.
After a few months of healing time, your dentist will invite you back to attach permanent new teeth- a bridge, crown, or dentures – on top of the implants. Temporary teeth are sometimes fitted in the interim period.
Talk to your dental practice today if you wish to pursue dental implants, or call The Mall Dental to find out more.
