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Replace Missing Teeth With Dental Implants
By Laura Minsk, DMD
Compared to previous
generations when tooth loss was common, modern dentistry has made it
possible for people to keep their teeth healthy and attractive for their
entire lives. But for people
who have experienced tooth loss, a full or partial denture has been the
answer.
But dentures have
drawbacks. Food gets caught under the denture with resulting sore gums. Or
a denture can loosen and cause embarrassment.
Today,
dental implants
can replace missing teeth. Although the concept of implants is not new,
advances in technology have improved the treatment process and the
longevity of implants.
Modern day
dental
implants are made of pure titanium and are surgically inserted in the
jawbone. The implant is covered with gum tissue and allowed to heal for
three to six months. During this time, the titanium meshes with the bone (osseointegration),
becoming part of the jawbone itself. After the gums are healed, the
implants are uncovered and permanent tooth replacements are attached to
the implants.
Dental implants can be
used for single tooth replacements, support for a permanent bridge, or as
attachments to anchor a full denture securely to the jaw.
If you think implants
could help you or someone you know chew more comfortably, speak more
clearly or look better, call your
dental office for more details.
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