The issues caused by missing teething don’t stop with a gap
in your smile. They can make it more difficult to eat or speak comfortably, and
they make many people feel self-conscious. While there are a few procedures
than can replace your missing teeth, none are as comprehensive as dental
implants in Arnold. How do they work? How can you get one? Drs. Jonathan and Laura
Mears can explain everything you need to know about dental implants.
What Are Dental Implants?
Dental
implants are a procedure that is capable of replacing one tooth, anchoring
a bridge, or even supporting a set of dentures. They are made of three basic
parts:
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A small titanium post
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A porcelain crown
·
A connector, or abutment
The titanium post is what makes implants special. It is used
to provide your new tooth with a root, which is unlike any other dental
procedure. This new root not only provides a sturdy base, but also can assure
the long-term health of your gums and jaw. It is able to do this because titanium is
bio-compatible, meaning that it will naturally bond to your jaw once it has been
implanted, and the body will supply it with blood. This blood flow, which is
often cut off after tooth loss, will reinvigorate the surrounding area.
This is then topped with a porcelain crown. The ceramic
material is able to replicate a tooth in both appearance and durability, and most
people can’t tell the difference just by looking at it. The porcelain can even
be custom-shaded to match the rest of your teeth.
These two elements are then held together using the
abutment, which looks like a tiny screw, and adds further security to the hold.
What is the Procedure Like?
If you type “dentist near me” into a search engine, most
practices will advertise that they offer dental implants. However, reading
their site will reveal that they need to refer you to an oral surgeon to place
the implants. This shuffling between two doctor’s offices can make the entire
process longer and more confusing, which is why at JL Dental, we both place and
restore our implants. Drs. Jonathan and Laura Mears have received additional,
hands-on training to perform the placement procedure, meaning that you will
always be with a doctor you trust throughout the entire process.
The dental implant procedure involves 3 basic steps:
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One of the doctors will place the implant into
your jaw
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You will be given 3-6 months to heal, and allow
the root to bond to your jaw
·
Your final visit is when the new porcelain crown
will be placed.
The placement involves a minor surgical procedure, but this
can usually be completed with only local anesthesia, and requires minimal
recovery time. The 3-6 month period is mostly to allow time for your root to
bond to your jaw. After you have the crown placed, you’ll have little sensation
in the implant itself, but it will look and function just like a real tooth.
Maintenance is quite simple, as standard brushing and flossing can keepyour implants looking great for decades.
Want To Know More?
Dental implants are becoming more common as people
realize they are the most complete form of tooth restoration. They can give you
your smile back in a way only they can provide.
If you’d like to know more about dental implants, or how to
get one, please call your
dentist in Arnold today.
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