Dental implants are the most sought-after tooth restorations used to replace an entire tooth. They are composed of a metal stud (mostly Titanium) and a ceramic crown that replaces the root and the tooth respectively. Together, they offer a highly stable, strong, and aesthetically pleasing restoration that would last several years without hassle.
Many people with missing teeth consider restoring them not so important. But, there are several drawbacks that they could lead to which can cause further complications. Here are some of them:
Most dentists from around the world consider a dental implant as the best option to replace a missing tooth. Here’s why:
The treatment procedure would involve an initial visual screening. The dentist would carefully check for infections, drifting of teeth, spacing available for the implant, and other factors that could affect the implant procedure. Panoramic x-rays and scans will also be taken. The data will be sent to a dental laboratory for fabricating the crown.
During the implant surgery, local anesthesia will be given to numb the teeth, gums, and jawbone. A slit will be made on the gums to expose the bone underneath. High precision dental instruments will be used to make a small hole in the jawbone where the implant stud will be screwed into place. It will be allowed to heal for a period of a few months during which the bone would adhere to the implant.
During the next surgery, the crown will be fixed on the metal stud by means of an abutment. Dental adhesives are used to firmly hold it in place. Finally, the bite will be checked to make sure the implant is fitting comfortably and the crown may be polished to bring about any aesthetic changes if required.
To know more about dental implants, call us at (510) 656-4400 or schedule an online appointment with our dental professionals at our office in Newark, CA. We will be happy to help.
MON - TUE 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
WED Closed
THU 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
FRI 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
SAT 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SUN Closed