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Dental implants are the ideal option for people in good health who have lost a tooth or multiple teeth due to injury, periodontal disease, or age. There are a number of restorative choices for tooth loss such as dentures, but no other procedure matches the durability and permanence of dental implants because of the natural look and feel. In some cases, dental implants are the only possible choice to restore the functionality of your teeth as well as its supporting structures. Save Your Tooth and Enjoy Aesthetic Benefits The new and attractively fabricated teeth that are firmly attached by way of an implant become integrated into the structure of your bones so that they are as real as your own teeth in function and appearance. With dental implants you can smile again with confidence because they look and feel like your real, natural teeth. Unlike dentures and bridges, dental implants do not affect your adjacent teeth. Neighboring teeth do not have to be altered in order to support the implant, which means that more of your teeth will be unharmed. With dental implants you can also speak freely and eat with confidence and comfort. They provide freedom from the looseness and discomfort you get from dentures. Tooth Loss Teeth are often lost because of:
• Tooth decay
• Root canal failure
• Gum disease
• Trauma to the mouth
• Excessive wear and tear People who have lost teeth might feel too self-conscious to smile or talk. In addition, biting irregularities that are a result of tooth loss can have a negative effect on eating habits, which can lead to secondary health problems such as malnutrition. Regardless of the nature of problems related to tooth loss, dental implants may provide a simple remedy with proven results. The Implant Procedure Dental implants can be used to replace a single tooth or an entire mouthful of teeth. The placement of an implant is a multi-part process that consists of two to three phases to complete the entire procedure. During the first phase, an oral surgeon or dental implant specialist will surgically insert the titanium implant into the jaw bone. After the implantation, the patient will return home to allow for the healing process-a period of time called osseointegration in which the jaw bone and implant must fuse together. Once the implant is firmly bonded to the jaw bone, usually three to six months later, the patient will return to have the newly created teeth attached to the anchored dental implant. The process is completed when the permanent crown is placed. Your new, restored smile will look, feel and function just like your natural teeth. If you are one of the 100 million individuals that are missing one tooth or multiple teeth, dental implants from your Montreal dentist may be the solution for you. Implants are the most durable and natural-looking solution available, allowing for natural cleaning, chewing and speech unlike removable dentures and dental bridges. To find out if you are a good candidate for dental implants, visit John A. Petruccelli, a leading Montreal cosmetic dentist, today.
Sean Hartmen writes for leading cosmetic dentist in Montreal, Dr. John Petruccelli. He obtained his Doctorate in Dental Medicine at Tufts University in Boston. Specializing in, but not limited to, services such as Invisalign, CEREC, velscope testing, veneers and Implants in Montreal, Dr. Petruccelli provides the best in quality dental care for patients of all ages.
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