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Are you missing any teeth or exhibiting jaw bone loss? If you are, dental implants may be the right choice for restoring your smile. The loss of teeth can have a significant impact on your self-esteem and health, which is due to the aesthetic implications as well as the potential bite problems and difficulty eating that, may occur. Protect your mouth and maintain your oral health by restoring your smile with dental implants. Dental implants can be virtually unnoticeable in comparison to your other teeth and will even feel like they are your own natural teeth. Depending on your consultation with your dentist, dental implants may be the only plausible choice for the restoration of the functionality of your teeth and the supporting structures. What Causes Tooth Loss? Missing teeth can cause complications over time if left untreated. It is important for you to seek treatment as soon as possible if you do exhibit the loss of one or more teeth. There are many reasons why a person might lose their teeth, with the most common being tooth decay. You can exhibit tooth loss due to:
• Root canal failure
• Tooth decay
• Gum disease
• Trauma to the mouth
• Excessive wear and tear Biting irregularities caused by tooth loss can have a negative effect on eating habits and can lead to secondary health problems like malnutrition. Dental implants may be a simple remedy with proven results, regardless of the reasons for your tooth loss. Are Dental Implants Right for Your Tooth Restoration? A consultation with your Pasadena dentist is the first step in determining if implants are right for you. During your appointment with your dentist, a thorough examination of your teeth and gums will be conducted, which may involve a combination of X-rays and CT scans. These tests will ensure that sufficient bone structure exists for placing the implants and to determine the exact location for the implant. Your dentist will advise you of an appropriate dental implant treatment plan that is based on the condition of your oral tissues, hygiene and personal habits. If you have insufficient bone or gum tissue, you may require bone or soft tissue grafts or the use of mini implants. Depending on the condition of your oral health, your treatment could include immediate placement of your implant and restoration in the same appointment rather than in separate procedures. What is the Procedure for Dental Implants? Once you have been assessed for the treatment of dental implants, the size of your implant will be selected and surgically placed to restore your tooth. The implant functions as the root of your tooth, therefore the implant will need to be placed into your jaw bone. A titanium implant screw will either be gently screwed or tapped into place to ensure a tight fit. When the implant is securely placed into your jawbone, a protective cap is placed over your implant and your gum tissue is sutured over the top. Your implant is left to heal for approximately six months and during this time the bone tissue around your implant grows onto the surface of the implant so that it becomes a part of the jawbone and securely holds your restoration in place. If you are missing one or more teeth, visit your Pasadena dentist today for proper diagnosis and treatment. Your dentist will determine if dental implants are the best choice for you in tooth restoration and properly implement an appropriate treatment plan.
Since 1970 Dr. H. Robert Stender, a dentist in Pasadena, has been offering comprehensive family-oriented dentistry. Specializing in all phases of dental care and treatment, including sleep apnea, Invisalign and CEREC, Dr. Stender, Pasadena dentist, is dedicated to enhancing the smiles of every patient he serves.
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