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If you are missing a tooth or multiple teeth, dental implants offer the stability your smile needs. Dental implants fuse to your bone, helping your replacement teeth to feel more natural than other conventional restoration options. Candidates for dental implants need to have healthy gums and adequate bone to support the implant. A thorough evaluation by your dentist will help to determine whether you are a good candidate for dental implants. If you are self-conscious about missing teeth or wearing dentures, dental implants may be an alternative treatment option for you. Dental Implant Process The dental implant process is generally performed in a three-part process that can take several months. In the first step, your dentist surgically places the implant in the jaw, with the top of the implant slightly above the top of the bone. A screw is then inserted into the implant to prevent gum tissue and other debris from entering. The gum is then secured over the implant and will remain covered for approximately three to six months while it fuses with the bone in a process called osseointegration. In the second step, the implant is uncovered and your dentist attaches an extension, called a post. Gum tissue then heals around the post and once healed it can serve as the foundation for a new tooth. In the third, final step your dentist can make a crown that has a size, shape, color and fit that will blend with your surrounding natural teeth. The crown is attached to the implant post, giving you a natural looking and feeling tooth to match your other teeth. Are Implants Right For Replacing Your Missing Teeth? Patients considering dental implants must have good health, proper bone density to support the implant, healthy gums and a commitment to good dental hygiene and routine dental visits. People who smoke and drink regularly are typically not ideal candidates. Your implant dentist can help you determine if dental implants are right for you. Advantages of Replacing Missing Teeth with Implants Compared to crowns and bridges, dental implants are stronger and more durable offering a more permanent solution to tooth loss. Implants can be used in conjunction with a dental bridge or dental crown for added support when teeth are missing. Implants also provide a cavity-resistant and stable foundation for the bridge or crown. Other advantages include: * Restored chewing function
* Restored confidence
* Regaining the look, feel and function of your natural teeth
* Eliminate irritated and painful gums
* Improve your speech To determine if you are a candidate for dental implants, consult your dentist in Park City. Your dentist will thoroughly examine your teeth and gums, as well as bone density and quantity. Based on the condition of your oral tissues, oral hygiene, personal habits, and commitment to follow aftercare instructions, your dentist will advise you of the most appropriate dental implant treatment plan.
Sean Hartmen writes for leading family dentist in Park City, Drs. Matthew Griffeth and Jeffrey Gordon at Mountain High Dental Associates. The dentists at Mountain High Dental Associates are dedicated to providing excellent dental care in a warm, comforting environment. Mountain High Dental Associates, implant dentists in Park City, specialize in areas such as wisdom teeth third molars extraction.
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