When you are faced with a missing tooth, there are a few options you can consider to restore your smile. Modern dental prosthetics offers a variety of viable solutions for people, regardless of their age and budget. Options include bridges, dentures, and dental implants. Many people choose dental implants because they are totally secure and no other teeth need to be treated to replace the missing tooth.
Dental implants offer a natural-looking, low-maintenance, permanent solution to replace missing teeth. A dental implant is a “root” device, usually made of titanium that is surgically placed below the gums into the jawbone. The implant is carefully and painlessly placed into the jaw where the natural root would have been. It’s then left to actually integrate with the jawbone so they fuse together. Once integrated a crown, bridge or denture can be fixed onto the implant.
Dental implants can be used to:
- Replace a single missing tooth
- Replace several missing teeth using a bridge
- Replace all the teeth using bridges or implant-supported dentures
Because the implant fuses to your bone, dental implant restorations feel much like natural teeth. Some people also find the secure fit more comfortable than conventional substitutes, such as bridge and dentures.
Are You A Candidate For Dental Implants?
To have dental implants, you need to have healthy gums and adequate bone to support the implant. If you are interested in getting implants placed in our office but don’t have sufficient bone, Dr. Krengel or Dr. Pound may recommend having a routine bone graft procedure. Bone grafting helps you to generate bone in that region. Other tooth replacement solutions include Dental Bridges and Dentures. A thorough evaluation will help determine whether you are a good candidate.
Which Tooth Replacement Option is Right For You? Schedule A Consultation.
If you would like to discuss whether dental implants is the right option for you, schedule a consultation to speak with Dr. Krengel or Dr. Pound. Click here to request an appointment online or call (952) 888-1311. Or connect with us online!
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