Dental Implants
Dental implants are a unique tooth replacement because they replicate the natural function and appearance of your lost teeth. Anchored into the jawbone, dental implants offer stability, especially compared to removable dentures.
Understanding Dental Implants
Dental implants are a unique tooth replacement because they replicate the natural function and appearance of your lost teeth. Since they are anchored into the jawbone, implants offer unmatched stability, especially compared to removable dentures.
At her office, Dr. Rachel Brown-McDonald offers titanium and metal-free zirconia implants to fit every patient’s needs and preferences.
Who Can Benefit from Dental Implants?
Ideal dental implant candidates have one or more missing teeth, sufficient jawbone density to support the implant post, and no signs of gum disease. Implants can also benefit you if you are looking for a stable alternative to removable dentures.
Starting with a comprehensive evaluation, Dr. Brown, will determine if an implant is the right solution for you. Even if you're not eligible right away, options like bone grafting can prepare your mouth for future implant placement.
Advantages of Choosing Dental Implants
Opting for dental implants comes with a multitude of benefits:
- Natural Look and Feel — Virtually indistinguishable from natural teeth
- High Success Rate — A dependable, long-lasting tooth replacement
- Prevents Bone Loss — Stops the jawbone loss that often follows tooth loss
- Promotes Stability — A fixed solution that won't slip and shift like removable dentures can
- Comfortable Chewing — Enjoy the freedom to enjoy all your favorite foods without worry or discomfort
- Smile Aesthetics — Enhances your smile by filling the gaps
What's Involved with Getting an Implant?
Initial Consultation — Your journey begins with a thorough evaluation to determine if an implant is the right tooth replacement for you.
Implant Placement — The implant is placed within the jaw under gentle local anesthesia. This step is critical in setting the foundation for your new smile.
Healing and Integration — A period of healing follows, during which the implant fuses with the bone. This process is called osseointegration, and it is vital for stabilizing the implant post and tooth restoration.
Abutment Placement — After healing, we place a piece called an abutment on the tooth, which attaches the restoration to the implant.
Restoration Types — Depending on the number of missing teeth, our restorations range from single crowns to multi-tooth implant bridges and implant dentures.
With proper care, the average lifespan of a dental implant can be many decades, even a lifetime. Dr. Brown will guide you through the best practices to ensure your implants remain a lifelong asset to your health and happiness.
Discover the Benefits of Dental Implants in Grand Island
Replacing missing teeth doesn’t just enhance smile aesthetics; it’s a process that supports good oral health, restores comfortable chewing, and improves your overall quality of life. If you want to learn more about dental implants, our office would love to help you.
