When natural teeth are missing, bone loss will cause rapid aging and change to the facial structure. The muscles that are used for chewing will shorten due to the reduced space between your nose and chin, causing further damage when left unattended. Dental implants are able to halt this process and restore facial structure.
There are many different types and functions of dental implants. In general, a dental implant is used to replace the root part of a missing, broken, or infected tooth. An implant is a small metal or ceramic post that is inserted through the gum into the bone. Once the implant fuses with your bone, it can be used to support a single replacement tooth, multiple teeth, or an entire upper and/or lower arch. The crown, or replacement tooth/teeth, are securely fitted to the implant using a small attachment. Dental implants look, feel and function like regular teeth. They allow you to eat and chew normally, and with proper care dental implants can even last a lifetime.
Dental implants are a solution for people of all ages who have lost or are about to lose a tooth, multiple teeth, or even all of their teeth due to infection, accident or injury. People who have been previously told that they are not candidates for this life-changing procedure may now be able to benefit from dental implants or Permanent Teeth-in-1-Day.
