DENTAL IMPLANTS WOODSTOCK

A dental implant is a long-term replacement for a missing tooth. Unlike dentures, which are artificial teeth affixed to a removable plate, implants are surgically affixed to the jawbone. The implants serve as an anchor for an artificial tooth, and could be used in conjunction with bridges to replace multiple missing adjoining teeth. The dentist will put an implant on the teeth at either end of the opening and attach a bridge to both implants. The bridge acts as a noninvasive way to fill in the remaining missing teeth.

Complications Of Losing Teeth

Cosmetic: Losing a tooth can modify your physical appearance in a significant way. If a tooth is lost in the front of the mouth, the smile will be noticeably different. If several of the front teeth are lacking, the lips lose their support and sink inward. The molars are designed to support the height of the face. Partial loss of the molars can result in bite-collapse, causing the front teeth to be pushed forward.

Emotional: When a person loses a tooth it oftentimes hurts their self confidence, causing them to hide their teeth around others. This makes it challenging to smile, laugh, or even speak in social circumstances. Many even become detached from others, and report depression-like symptoms.

Oral Health: Losing a tooth might be painful and result in more than just cosmetic problems. Teeth depend on adjacent teeth for support and could end up being weaker when bordering teeth are lost. Losing a tooth can also lead to bone loss in the jaw over time. Dental implants stimulate the bone, causing it to remain healthy longer.

Types Of Dental Implants

There are two types of dental implants, referred to as endosteal implants and subperiosteal implants. The dentist will help you decide which implants are best for you.

Endosteal Implants– Endosteal implants are surgically placed into the jaw bone. This is carried out over two operative procedures. The first surgery places the implant, and the second surgery is to attach a post to the implant. Once the surgery is finished, a crown is placed on the implant. If replacing a number of teeth, a bridge might be used between two implants.

Subperiosteal Implants– Subperiosteal implants are less invasive than endosteal implants. The dentist would surgically position a metal frame on the jawbone beneath the gum line. After the gums are healed, the frame is fused to the jawbone. The posts that are affixed to the frame are exposed and crowns are fixed to the posts. Subperiosteal implants can also brace bridges whenever replacing several teeth.

Caring For Dental Implants

Dental implants are a highly effective dental procedure when looked after properly. There are a few steps you are able to take to be sure your implants last. First and foremost, visit your dentist on a regular basis. This is important to your overall oral health, as well as preventative care. Catching a little problem before it becomes bigger is the key to protecting the integrity of the implants. Then, be sure you are practicing excellent oral care in your home by brushing and flossing everyday. Avoid chewing on ice, hard candy, and other hard foods that could break your crowns. In addition, it is recommended that you quit smoking or using tobacco products, as this damages the jaw bone.