If tooth loss has left you feeling less than thrilled with your smile, there is a solution for restoring it — dental implants. Whether you are missing one tooth or an entire row, dental implants could be the answer. We have restored many smiles with dental implants at the Center for Cosmetic and Sedation Dentistry in Lawrenceville, GA. Our experienced dentist, Dr. Nooredin Nurani, is a member of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry and can determine if dental implants are an option for you.
What are Dental Implants?
A dental implant is a tiny metal post that functions as a root to hold artificial teeth in place. One dental implant is used to secure a crown when replacing a single tooth. For large gaps where several teeth are missing, multiple dental implants can anchor a dental bridge or fixed denture.
Dental implants are the most secure and long-lasting tooth-replacement method today. One of the reasons they are so secure and long-lasting is that dental implants are placed directly in the jaw bone. Only a minor surgical procedure is needed to insert dental implants in the jaw. Over the next few months, the bone tissue will permanently fuse with the metal implant. This natural process is known as osseointegration.
The replacement teeth will not be attached to the dental implants until the mouth has healed from the implant procedure and osseointegration is complete, which can take from three to six months. However, temporary crowns, bridgework, or dentures can be worn in the meantime until the custom replacement teeth can be connected to the dental implants.
Unfortunately, dental implants are not an option for everyone who has experienced tooth loss. Candidates should have healthy gum tissue, as well as sufficient bone tissue in the jaw to support dental implants. Without enough bone tissue, osseointegration might not occur. The skilled dentist at our office in Lawrenceville, GA, can determine if you are a candidate for dental implants.
Benefits of Dental Implants
There are countless benefits to restoring your smile with dental implants. They are durable, secure, and long-lasting. Dental implants are also extremely versatile since they can be used with crowns, bridges, or dentures. An additional benefit is that dental implants help minimize many of the side effects of tooth loss, such as facial drooping and sagging.
Another benefit of dental implants is that they help preserve bone tissue, which is at risk of being reabsorbed by the body when there are no teeth to support it. Fortunately, the body does not attempt to reabsorb bone tissue that is supporting dental implants. Preserving bone tissue is important for several reasons. It helps maintain stable bite alignment and preserves the natural contours of your face.
Restore your smile securely and permanently with dental implants. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Nurani, the highly trained dentist at the Center for Cosmetic and Sedation Dentistry in Lawrenceville, GA, by calling (770) 995-1957. We also have offices in Buford, (770) 932-8577, and Dacula, (770) 277-0800.