Implants
A Dental implant is an artificial tooth that is biocompatible to your body and has more than 95% success rate. Dental implants provide support for single tooth replacement, or they can replace multiple teeth in a specific area. Strong and stable, they can restore a lost tooth and can look, feel, fit and function like a natural tooth. In some cases, dental implants can be used to support a full set of dentures and even eliminate the need for them by making a permanent full arch of teeth. The dental implant acts just like a root of a natural tooth. It provides the same support, integrating firmly into the jawbone and holding it in place. The titanium structure bonds to your bone in a biocompatible way, providing a long-lasting solution that allows you to live your life just as you would with your natural teeth.
This procedure has become a popular option in dental reconstruction, with over a half a million implants placed every year in the U.S.
Advantages of dental implants include:
- Dental implants are built to last. They provide an ideal long-term and cost-effective option when in need of dental replacement.
- A secure, comfortable fit that looks and feels natural, without the slipping of normal dentures
- Implants protect your jawbones and help preserve your natural bone against further health issues
- Dental implants allow you to maintain the natural shape of your face and smile
- Unlike removable dentures, dental implants are placed in your mouth and do not need to be removed for maintenance
- No other adjacent teeth have to be ground down or disturbed to hold an implant in place
- You can talk and eat normally without the inconvenience
- You will no longer feel self-conscious about missing teeth
The implant process:
First, your jawbone area just below your gums is fitted with metal posts. Once in position, the dental implants are mounted securely on these posts, giving you the look and feel of a brand-new tooth! Not only will your self-esteem improve, but your oral health will as well. Contact Tucker Smile at 770-934-1698 to learn more about our dental implant options