If you have lost teeth, Dr. Erica Becker can provide you with dental implants to replace them and restore your oral health, function and smile. Unlike traditional dentures or bridges, dental implants provide a more durable and natural-feeling alternative, capable of restoring not just the appearance but also the strength of natural teeth.
Understanding How Dental Implants Work
At the heart of dental implants is the innovative technology that allows the implants to fuse with your jawbone, creating a robust and stable foundation for the artificial teeth. This process, known as osseointegration, involves the placement of a titanium post directly into the jawbone, where it acts as a new root for the missing tooth. This post serves not only to anchor the replacement tooth securely but also encourages the preservation of jawbone density by stimulating bone growth around it, a feature unique to implants and not offered by other tooth replacement options.
What Happens After Placing the Dental Implant Post?
Following the placement of the implant post, a period of healing is necessary to ensure successful integration with the jawbone. During this time, you may be given a temporary restoration to wear, ensuring both functionality and aesthetics are maintained. Once the post has successfully integrated with the jawbone, a custom-made crown, bridge or denture is then attached to the post, completing the restoration process. This final prosthesis is meticulously crafted to match the color, shape, and size of your natural teeth, ensuring a seamless blend with your existing dental structure.
The Benefits of Dental Implants
Dental implants are celebrated for their longevity and resilience, designed to last a lifetime with proper care. Like natural teeth, they require regular oral hygiene practices, including brushing, flossing and routine dental checkups, to maintain their condition and functionality.
Ideal candidates for dental implants include individuals in good general and oral health, with sufficient jawbone density to support the implant. However, advancements in dental technology have made it possible for those with bone loss to still benefit from implants through procedures such as bone grafting. Prior to receiving a dental implant, you will meet with our Glendale oral surgeon as well as your general dentist to ensure any oral health issues, such as gum disease or tooth decay, are addressed. This will help ensure the best possible outcome from your treatment.
Schedule a Consultation
If you are considering dental implants in Glendale, Arizona, as a solution to tooth loss, we invite you to call Sunrise Mountain Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at 623-231-5220 and schedule a consultation. Our Glendale oral surgeon will assess your suitability for implants, discuss your expectations, and design a treatment plan to help you regain your smile. Dental implants are more than just a treatment; they are a commitment to enhancing your quality of life, enabling you to eat, speak, and smile with renewed confidence.