When your smile isn’t whole, you’re not yourself. Whether you’re missing one tooth, several teeth, or most of your teeth, you’re just not entirely comfortable. And if the missing tooth persists, your oral health will suffer. The more time passes, the higher your chance of developing cavities, gum disease, and crooked teeth.
It’s clear that replacing a missing tooth is important – but what route will you take to get there? San Lorenzo dental implants have helped patients in the area rebuild, restore, and revitalize their smiles. If you’ve ever heard of implants, you probably know the basics. But we want you to be as prepared as possible before getting started with your own journey. Just fill out the form below to get in touch, and get answers to your questions.
How Do Tooth Implants Replace Missing Teeth?
When you’re missing a tooth, both the root and crown portions of the tooth need to be replaced. Most restorations tackle the missing crown yet leave the root untouched. This resolves some of the issues caused by a missing tooth, but doesn’t address the jaw bone loss that takes hold over time.
Implants take a more comprehensive approach. They are placed in the jaw bone, where they form a connection with your osseous tissue (through a process called osseointegration). The titanium material that makes up dental implants is biocompatible, so it meshes with your natural bone over time. The end result? A stable foundation that functions just like a natural tooth root.
Once your implant has healed, it can be paired with nearly any restoration for total tooth replacement. Single crowns, bridges, partials, and full dentures all function well with implants, and feel much more like natural teeth than they would without. Wondering which restoration would be best for you? Just get in touch.
