In addition to dentures and partials, an alternative to replace missing teeth implants. Implants are typically done to replace a single missing tooth, but if you have several missing teeth you may still be a candidate. The results are more permanent, maintain your bone health, and look more realistic.
A small titanium screw is surgically placed into the upper or lower jawbone where a tooth is missing. It serves as the tooth root and anchor for the crown, bridge, or denture that is placed over it. Like other restoration, they are very durable and strong and will last many years, but may need to be re-tightened or replaced in the future.
Is the removal of a tooth.
We perform complex wisdom tooth removal in the highly aseptic environment. Wisdom teeth are no different than other teeth except that they are the last to grow into the mouth. If they grow in properly, have a proper bite relationship and have healthy gum tissue around them, they are useful.
Dental implants are titanium inserts that take the place of tooth roots. They are firmly fixed into the jawbone on which a fixed or removable false tooth [prosthesis] can be attached to look and function like a natural tooth.
Dental implants are an esthetically pleasing, highly functional, surgically placed solution to missing teeth. Implants have a success rate of 93 to over 98 percent depending on the patient’s overall health.
Occasionally a patient is missing more than one tooth, but still has healthy gums and surrounding teeth, and a multiple implant is the best solution. Two fixtures are implanted and the crown is attached, leaving other natural teeth intact.
In the past, people had to accept their dental health condition. Today, thanks to cosmetic dentistry and dental implant solutions, those with concerns about their appearance and dental health no longer have to live without a beautiful smile.