Missing teeth can ruin a person’s appearance, and this can lead to a loss of self-esteem and confidence. A Restorative Dentist can replace those teeth with dental implants and porcelain crowns. Prior to the availability of dental implants, bridges were used to replace teeth. While they are attractive to look at, they do have several disadvantages. A porcelain crown was attached to two crowns that fit over the teeth on either side of the missing teeth. Therefore, it was necessary to grind down two healthy teeth to anchor the dental crown. Because the patient had no tooth root in the jaw, their jaw eventually shrank in size. This can seriously affect the patient’s facial structure. The patient must also use special floss to clean the space between the bridge and gum. Failure to do this can result in serious gum disease.
Dental implants solve many of these issues. A dental implant is a small titanium post that is inserted into the jaw. Titanium is the same metal that is used in knee and hip replacements, and there is very little chance that body will reject it. After several months, the dental implant will become completely fused with the jawbone. At this point, it is as strong as any natural tooth root. During this period, the patient can be fitted with a temporary bridge. If they are missing a front tooth, this can make them far less self-conscious. It can also help them speak and eat normally.
Once the dental implant is completely incorporated into the jaw, the Restorative Dentist will attach another post to the implant. This will protrude above the jaw and be used to anchor the porcelain crown. Porcelain is the preferred material for dental crowns because it closely resembles natural tooth enamel. The dentist will ensure that it is shaded properly to match nearby teeth. When the process is complete, no one will guess that it is a crown and not the person’s natural tooth. Dental implants and crowns are easy to care for. The patient just flosses and brushes naturally.
People who are missing teeth and would like to know more about dental implants can contact Business Name. They are one of the dental practices in the region that perform dental implant surgery.
