Dental implants can be transformative if you are missing one or more teeth. You can regain both the look and the function of your teeth with the help of dental implants. If you are missing a tooth – or multiple teeth – take some time to learn about dental implants so you can determine if they are an option worth pursuing in your situation.

Dental implants are a permanent solution to tooth loss

It is important to understand that dental implants are a permanent solution to tooth loss. Implants are not like dentures – you cannot remove them at the end of the day. Implants are placed into the bone of your jaw and a replacement tooth is attached to the implant. Over time, the bone fuses around the implant and creates a strong new root. The design of dental implants means that you can treat them the same way you treat your natural teeth.

Dental implants are customized to you

Dental implants are customized to your needs. The shape, size, and color of the implants are created to blend seamlessly with your natural teeth. This customization takes some time but the results are worth the wait. An experienced dentist can create implants that are indistinguishable from the surrounding natural teeth.

They require a multi-step process

It can take some time to go through the entire process of getting dental implants. Your dentist will first need to examine the condition of your gums, your jawbone, and surrounding teeth. If your gums are infected or showing signs of disease, you will need to take steps to improve the health of your gums before you can get implants. Living with missing teeth for an extended period of time can cause your jawbone to start to deteriorate. In some cases, bone grafts are necessary to get ready for dental implants. The condition of your surrounding teeth can also impact the process of getting them implanted. If you are at risk for losing more teeth, for example, your dentist may want to address that issue before putting in an implant. Once you are in a condition to get them, there are a few more steps to the process. Your dentist will take impressions of your teeth to create an artificial tooth that blends with the rest of your teeth. Once the artificial tooth is completed, your dentist will attach it to the implant. The amount of time it takes to go through each of these steps will vary depending on the condition of your mouth when you started the process and the number of implants you need.

The thought of getting dental implants placed into the bone of your jaw can be intimidating. Many people find that the benefits of getting them far outweigh any potential discomfort during the process. Living with one or more missing teeth impacts your life on a daily basis. And, there are other long-term consequences that come with missing teeth – bone deterioration and drifting of surrounding teeth are two big potential issues. If you are on the fence about getting dental implants, reach out to Dr. Singh at Dental Remedies. Dr. Singh will answer all of your questions, address your concerns, and let you know if they are the right option for you.