When you have suffered from tooth loss, over time this could weaken and erode your smile. But what if we could not only fill the gap in your smile, but do so with an option that looks natural and lasts for decades to come? In today’s blog, Dental Impressions in Ankeny, IA, talks about the potential benefits of dental implants.
Losing Natural Teeth
What happens to cause tooth loss? People could lose their teeth due to an injury to the face or jaw. A cavity or infection that is not treated in a timely manner could cause tooth loss, or the tooth could be extracted to prevent infection from spreading when the tooth is beyond treatment. The most common cause of adult tooth loss is typically periodontitis, the advanced stage of gum disease, which severs the connective tissues between your teeth and gums.
When you suffer from lost teeth, this could limit meal options, complicate your ability to speak clearly, and cause the jawbone to lose mass and density, which is linked to further tooth loss and even an aged appearance. But we can help with implant dentistry!
Placing Dental Implants
How do we place your new dental implants? Our team will first examine the smile to choose the best angle, position, and depth to insert the post. The dental implant post is then surgically inserted into the jaw. Once in place, this acts like a new root and keeps the jawbone strong and intact, so you do not lose mass and density. This means your new tooth root can stay in place for years to come, possibly decades, and you avoid the risk of further tooth loss and an aged appearance. Once your new root is in place, we will complete your tooth!
Restoring Your New Teeth
Our team can then complete your new tooth. For an individual dental implant, we will attach an abutment to the post that extends above the gum line, and allows us to connect a crown. The restoration will be custom-made to ensure a lifelike appearance, and a durable chewing surface as well. If you have more substantial tooth loss, we could attach a bridge or possibly even a complete set of new teeth, so you can enjoy your favorite foods and feel confident when you smile.
If you have any questions about implant dentistry, then contact our team today to learn more and get started on the tooth replacement process.
Dental Impressions Offers Help With Implant Dentistry
Our team wants to help treat the gaps in your smile with an option that looks and functions like natural teeth. To schedule an appointment for tooth replacement using dental implants, then call Dental Impressions in Ankeny, IA today at (515) 965-0230.
