Many people lose teeth from age, injury and illness every year. The loss of teeth can change a person’s facial appearance and make them suffer from low self-esteem. Dental implants can help those that have lost one or more teeth by correcting their smile. Dental implants are a permanent solution for those people wishing to replace their teeth. If you are missing teeth and desire to correct your smile you should consult your dentist about your dental implants and your options.
Dental Implant Procedure
Dental implants are a restorative dental procedure that replaces missing teeth with a prosthetic tooth that is secured to a titanium post. In the first step of the dental implant procedure your dentist experienced in restorative dental procedures will surgically place a titanium post in your jaw. After the titanium post is placed the jaw takes about three to six months to heal. Once the jaw has healed the replacement tooth can be secured.
There are several types of dental implants. It will depend on how many teeth you need replacing on whether you need a single tooth replacement, implant-supported
dental bridges, or implant-supported
dentures.
Ideal Candidate for Dental Implant
Most people can safely have dental implants to replace missing teeth. As with any surgical procedure an ideal dental implant candidate will be in good health. Before proceeding with the dental implant procedure the dentist will have a CT scan completed to assure there is enough bone to place the titanium post. When a candidate does not have enough bone the dentist will often consider bone grafting to build up the jaw. It is important to discuss with your dentist any concerns or risk factors such as immune disorders, alcohol abuse, past radiation of the mouth and cigarette use as these can cause complications to the dental implant.
To learn more about dental implants as well as
porcelain veneers,
Invisalign®,
smile makeover options,
wisdom tooth extraction, and even
BOTOX® injections, it is important to visit a skilled
cosmetic dentist serving Manhattan and New York City.