About Dental Implants
Dental Implants
A dental implant involves replacing the root of an extracted or damaged tooth with a titanium screw that is placed directly into the jawbone. After it is fitted in the mouth, the surrounding bone gradually fuses to it, holding the implant in place. A false tooth that matches the client’s natural teeth is then fitted into the top of the implant to give the appearance of a natural-looking smile.
A dental implant involves replacing the root of an extracted or damaged tooth with a titanium screw that is placed directly into the jawbone. After it is fitted in the mouth, the surrounding bone gradually fuses to it, holding the implant in place. A false tooth that matches the client’s natural teeth is then fitted into the top of the implant to give the appearance of a natural-looking smile.
Clients may decide to get dental implants if they have experienced tooth loss that breaks up their smile, dental defects due to their genetics, have experienced consequences of gum disease, have missing or damaged teeth due to injury, or suffer from tooth decay, amongst other reasons.
The 3 parts of dental implants:
Benefits of dental implants:
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Diminish any discomfort experienced by the missing tooth
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Increase self-confidence
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Preserves the bone of the missing tooth
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Provides more comfort than alternative treatment options, such as dentures
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It is a long-lasting solution to a missing tooth
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Significantly improves oral health
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The implant – acts as the root of the tooth
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The implant abutment – allows the implant to attach to the crown (fake tooth)
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The implant crown – the visible tooth that is placed on top of the implant