We recently talked about how we address missing teeth with a dental bridge. But with a dental implant, we could also address missing teeth using an alternative option that lasts longer and functions like natural teeth! In today’s blog, your Ankeny, IA, dentist talks about the difference dental implants make.
The Dangers of Your Missing Teeth
We could lose natural teeth to a host of different factors, ranging from tooth decay and infection to periodontitis, the advanced stage of gum disease. Injury could also be a factor. When we lose teeth, out body will notice and in response, will stop sending key nutrients to the jawbone around the missing roots. Deprived of essential doses of calcium and phosphorus, the area weakens to cause further tooth loss and eventually, an older appearance. Missing teeth also limit meals, impact clear speech, and could leave people vulnerable to misalignment, TMJ disorder, and even bruxism (teeth grinding). But we can help replace what is lost and preserve your smile with dental implants!
Placing Dental Implants
The dental implant portion of your new tooth is a small post that looks like a small screw. Made from titanium, this is biocompatible and bonds with the jaw, in the process allowing the flow of nutrients to resume to keep the smile intact. Not only will your youthful facial features remain intact, but your new teeth could last for decades, or possibly an entire lifetime. Our team will plan and guide the process with advanced imaging technology, choosing the right angle, position, and depth to insert and secure these new roots.
Restoring Your New Tooth
What about the parts people see when you smile? What about the portions that make eating possible? For an individual one, our team could secure a crown, one custom-made for your smile. If you have more severe cases of tooth loss, we could use several posts to secure a dental bridge or even a full set of new teeth in some cases. With proper care and attention, your new teeth can truly last, so be sure you brush and floss daily, cut back on sugar in your diet, and avoid tobacco use. You should, also see our team for regular checkup and cleaning visit every six months.
If you have any questions about how we secure new teeth with our durable and lifelike dental implants, then contact our team. We want to help you enjoy full and functional smile one that looks natural and helps you feel confident again.
Dental Impressions Provides New Teeth
Our team is eager to provide new teeth that look and function like natural ones, so don’t ignore your tooth loss, talk to our office today. To schedule an appointment and address your missing tooth, then call Dental Impressions in Ankeny, IA today at (515) 965-0230.
