With dental technology constantly evolving and changing, dental implants have become the go-to for many patients. If you’re completely missing a tooth or are looking for a way to keep your denture securely in place without the need for adhesives, implants are the best option for you. These permanent appliances are placed in the jaw bone and fuse naturally with the bone over time. The implant can be securely snapped onto a denture plate or a dental crown can be placed on top to replace an area where a natural tooth was extracted or fell out.

All About Dental Implants
Dental implants are made out of surgical-grade titanium, which is safely used in the human body. Implants rely on a process that is known as osseointegration. This involves your jaw bone fusing with the titanium implant post, providing a secure abutment for crowns and dentures. The implant procedure is done quickly and is surgically-guided for better success of implantation. We can consult with you prior to the procedure to answer your questions regarding surgery and what you should expect.

Who Makes a Good Candidate for Dental Implants?
The majority of patients who would like a dental implant can safely and easily have them placed. The process of osseointegration relies on quality bone structure in the area where the implant will be placed. For this reason, a bone graft may be required if there is not enough mass to support the implant. If you have bone density problems or a disorder that affects your bone density, you may not be a good candidate for the procedure. The same can be said about patients who are unable to heal fully and quickly after surgery. We can determine if you’re a good candidate for the procedure with the help of x-rays and an exam.

Your new dental implant will improve the fullness and beauty of your natural smile. There is no reason to make do with a missing tooth or go with other, more invasive procedures that compromise surrounding teeth. Implants are easy to place and because they are permanent, they won’t need to be replaced or repaired years after the actual surgery. Here at Fit to Smile Dental, our goal is to provide you with a gorgeous smile that you can feel proud to show off. We know the benefits of dental implants and are happy to share these benefits with you when needed.

Dental implants help to restore the beauty and fullness of your smile. For patients who are completely missing one or more teeth, a dental implant can be placed in the area of the missing tooth and replace it completely. In the past, your two options for replacing a tooth were by wearing a partial denture or having a fixed dental bridge placed. Technology has changed to improve the success of dental implants, allowing for surgically-guided treatment that ensures a secure-fitting implant.

What are Dental Implants?
Dental implants are made of titanium and work to replace a missing tooth. Implants can be used to keep denture plates securely in place for patients who have full dentures. The implant post is the main component of the appliance. The connector and dental crown will be placed on the top of the implant once it has healed. Implants rely on osseointegration to become secure in the jaw bone. This process involves your bone fusing with the titanium of the implant, creating a permanent hold.

How long will your Dental Implants last?
The reason a lot of patients choose dental implants is because they’re permanent. Once the implant has bonded with your jaw bone, it’s there to stay for life. This means that you won’t need to repair or replace the implant years down the road. It is still important to have routine dental exams that will check the health and stability of the implant. However, most patients can successfully have implants placed and benefit from them for decades without any problem coming up. The dental crown that is on the top of the implant will need to be replaced every decade or so or as it begins to show signs of wear. The implant post itself is there to stay and won’t need replacement or repair.

The implant procedure is done quickly in our office here at Fit to Smile Dental. Our goal is to provide you with a full, beautiful smile that you can feel proud of. We know that implant technology can help to achieve this and offer consultations to patients interested in this procedure. You will enjoy what implants can do for you and will find the healing process to be quick and easy. We can answer any questions that you have regarding implants when you contact us or by having a consultation with Dr. Redfearn in our office.