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Dental implants are so natural-looking and feeling that you may forget you ever lost a tooth. You know that your confidence about your teeth affects how you feel about yourself, both personally and professionally. Maybe you hide your smile because of spaces from missing teeth, or maybe your dentures don't feel secure. If you are missing one or more teeth and you would like to bring confidence back into your smile, there is good news! Dental implants are artificial tooth roots, mimicking your natural teeth to look and feel just like your very own. Under proper conditions, and care, implants can last a lifetime. What are Dental Implants and Why Would I Need Them? Dental implants are artificial tooth replacements used to substitute a missing tooth or teeth and helping to stop or prevent jaw bone loss. They are alternatives for the root portion of your tooth and consist of a threaded titanium screw or post that is surgically placed into the jaw bone. Dental implants are used for tooth loss which can occur for a number of reasons, including neglecting your teeth and gums with a poor diet and poor oral hygiene, naturally with age and also due to trauma. Athletes such as rugby players and boxers often lose their teeth due to trauma. The loss of teeth can have a significant impact on a person's self-esteem due to the aesthetic implications as well as causing bite problems and difficulties eating. In cases where too many teeth are missing and there are no supporting teeth for bridges, loose dentures or more solid dental implants are the only choice to replace the missing teeth. Tooth loss may occur because of:
• Tooth decay
• Root canal failure
• Gum disease
• Trauma to the mouth
• Excessive wear and tear
• Congenital defects Additionally, biting irregularities caused by tooth loss can have a negative effect on eating habits and this can lead to secondary health problems like malnutrition. Regardless of the nature of problems related to tooth loss, dental implants may provide a simple remedy with proven results that will bring confidence back into your smile. Dental Implants Procedure Prior to the placement of dental implants your bone density needs to be assessed to ensure that you have sufficient quality and quantity of bone tissue available in the area where the implant will be placed. If there is insufficient bone or significant bone loss has occurred due to periodontal disease then you may need bone grafting before your implant can be placed. In certain cases, mini implants may be used if the bone density is too low. Once assessed for dental implants, and your plan for treatment is explained, the appropriate implant system and size of the implant will be selected and surgically placed. Dental implants are not for everyone, but with proper consultation with your East Orange, NJ dentist a proper decision and treatment plan can be created for your tooth loss. If you are ready to regain your confidence and enhance your smile, contact your dentist today to see if dental implants are the best choice for your smile.
Sean Hartmen writes for Irie Dental Associates, a leading dentist in East Orange, NJ and Bloomfield area. Irie Dental Associates employs the professional skills of three general dentists, a periodontist and an oral surgeon to offer a full array of dental services, including Invisalign and dental implants in East Orange, NJ.
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