In recent blogs, we’ve talked about restorative options like crowns, fillings, and dental bridges, which can repair your smile after damage and tooth loss. Dental bridges can help patients who are missing several teeth in the same row. Your Dental Impressions team in Ankeny, IA, also offers dental implants which can replace your missing teeth and help preserve your jaw. In today’s blog, we’re here to talk about this restorative option.
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Tooth loss as an adult may be caused by accidents or oral health problems such as periodontal disease or untreated bruxism. A gap in your smile can cause changes in your ability to eat certain foods and talk. If a gap is left for too long, your other teeth can begin to shift out of place and cause misalignment. Prosthetic options can replace your missing teeth, improve your functions, and preserve your smile. A dental bridge may be a helpful option for patients with up to three structures missing in a row, whereas an implant may be helpful for patients and can address a variety of loss.
How Implants Compare To Other Options
The type of prosthetic used to replace your missing teeth will depend on your oral health and the cause of your tooth loss. A dental bridge is a fixed option that can replace a few structures missing from the same area. It can fill the gap in your smile and aide with tasks like chewing, talking, and smiling. However, it only replaces the visible part of your lost structure. Dental implants differ from this option because it replaces the entire lost structure and can help preserve your jawbone and facial structure. A post is inserted into your jawbone, which helps support the bone and prevent further loss. The visible part of your lost tooth is replaced with a new crown which blends in naturally and completes your smile.
What To Expect When Receiving Your Implants
Your dentist will examine your smile and go over your health history to determine if this restoration is a good option for your needs. Some patients may be able to receive implant-retained bridge or dentures, depending on their needs. If you are approved for this restoration, oral surgery will be scheduled so the posts can be added. After these have healed, the abutment and crown can be added. You will care for this restoration as you would your natural pearly whites, with a consistent oral hygiene routine and biannual checkups.
Ask Us About Your Restorative Options
We can help replace your missing teeth! Schedule an appointment with Dental Impressions in Ankeny, IA, today by calling (515) 965-0230.
