What Are Dental Implants?

Modern advances in dental science now allow us to offer patients tooth replacements which look, feel and function as natural teeth. Dental implants have solved many problems associated with tooth loss which previously required replacement by removable full or partial dentures.

Step one. An incision is made by the periodontist to expose the bone over he implant sites. Special instruments are used to prepare the implant sites in the bone.

Step two. The implants are inserted into the bone and the gum tissue is replaced and sutured.

Step three. After the healing period (6 months), the top of each implant is exposed and successful integration is confirmed. Connectors, called abutments, are placed which will secure the replacement teeth to implants.

Step four. The replacement teeth (crowns) are attached to the abutments by your restoring dentist.

Making your decision

Implants can work for people of all ages, no matter what stage of bone exists. However, every person had unique physical requirements and esthetic desires which must be taken into account and discussed in evaluating the benefits of this procedure.

Not every person is a candidate for implants. This can only be determined by a complete dental evaluation. During this consultation, you will learn more about the procedure, ask any questions and discuss available treatment options.

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