Dental Implants The Ultimate Solution
With today’s modern dental techniques & technologies, dental implants are the best choice for replacing missing teeth & restoring your smile to both beauty & functionality.
Woman eating an appleBecause implanted teeth are fixed in the mouth—rather than being removable, like dentures—they allow a return to much of the comfort & function of natural teeth. Increased chewing ability means you can enjoy more nutritious foods, contributing to your overall health & wellbeing. Dental implants can help prevent future dental problems, especially the gradual bone loss in the jaw associated with missing teeth.
The biggest advantage implants have over dentures is that they’re permanent. Unlike removable dentures or partial dentures, implants do not involve messy adhesives or false teeth getting in the way of speech or eating. Also, because they’re permanent, implants will always be a perfect fit, unlike dentures which may need to be refitted or replaced over time.
What Are Dental Implants?
Dental implants are man-made replacements for natural teeth. The implants themselves are artificial tooth roots made from titanium & are anchored in the gum & jawbone. The implant’s screw-like shape helps it stay in place by providing more surface area for your bone to grow into, a process called osseointegration. Replacement teeth, referred to as crowns, are then permanently secured to these metal implants. They can improve your appearance, boost your self-confidence & allow you to speak with greater clarity than you would with missing teeth or ill-fitting dentures.
Dental Implants in Bowmanville ON
1. What are dental implants and how do they work?
Dental implants include titanium posts and a tooth-coloured crown. The posts are inserted into the jawbone.
2. Who is a suitable candidate for dental implants?
We at King Village Dental assess your general health, jawbone, and gums. Patients with uncontrolled diabetes, active periodontal disease, or undergoing cancer therapy may not qualify.
3. How long does the dental implant process take?
The surgical placement usually takes one or two hours. There is a healing period of 3 to 6 months for gums. Then, we insert the crown in one or two more visits.
4. Can I get fixed teeth in one day in Bowmanville?
Yes, we use the All-on-4 technique to insert a full row of implants in one day. There is a longer healing time afterward for this procedure.
5. What are mini dental implants or implant-supported dentures?
Some patients may lack the bone for implants. There are other options including mini dental implants and implant-supported dentures they can use.
6. How long do dental implants last?
Implants can last a lifetime, just like natural teeth.
7. What are the advantages of implants over bridges or dentures?
We prefer implants because they are permanent, allow for full mouth function, and don’t affect adjacent healthy teeth like bridges do.
8. How do I take care of dental implants after placement?
You take care of them just as you do natural teeth. That includes brushing, flossing, and seeing your dentist regularly.