Dental Implants Specialist

What are dental implants?

Dental implants are replacement teeth. But unlike dentures, which you have to remove regularly, or bridges, which have to be replaced every decade or so, dental implants are a long-lasting solution. 

They’re durable because your dentist affixes your implants in your mouth so that they work just like your natural teeth.

When you choose dental implants, your provider surgically implants a metal post into your jawbone. This implant serves as the root for your replacement tooth. 

Once your jaw has healed and the post has integrated into your jawbone, the replacement tooth mounted on it looks and feels just like a natural tooth. 

You won’t need to worry about your new tooth shifting in your mouth or needing to be replaced in a decade. With proper oral care, your dental implant should last your lifetime. 

Can dental implants be used to replace more than one tooth?

Absolutely. In fact, you don’t necessarily need one implant per replacement tooth. If you’re missing a row of consecutive teeth, your dentist will most likely be able to mount them on just two strategically placed posts, minimizing the procedure needed to restore your smile. 

What’s the process like for getting dental implants?

The team at Dentistry For Midtown is extremely experienced in performing the oral surgery required to place your dental implants. During this procedure, you can relax as your provider uses either a local anesthetic or general anesthesia to keep you comfortable. 

You leave the appointment with your posts in place, but you’ll still have a gap in your smile. That’s because your provider doesn’t mount your replacement teeth on your dental implants until your jawbone has had the opportunity to heal and integrate the implanted posts fully. This process usually takes 4-6 weeks. 

If you want a way to fill out your smile temporarily as you wait for your jaw to heal, ask your dentist about temporary dentures. 

Once your implants have integrated into your jawbone, it’s time to mount your replacement teeth on them. Your provider customizes these teeth to match your smile perfectly. 

It’s important to note that a successful dental implant requires you to have a strong, healthy jawbone. 

If you’re interested in this kind of long-lasting tooth replacement procedure, talk to the team at Dentistry For Midtown. They can assess the health of your jawbone and let you know if you’re a good candidate for dental implants.

To schedule a dental implants consultation, call Dentistry For Midtown or request an appointment online today.