Advanced Dentistry of Plantation Offers Dental Implants to Replace Missing Teeth Permanently
An excellent way to replace missing teeth, dental implants look and function more like natural teeth than other options. They also help prevent the bone loss and sunken appearance that is often associated with missing teeth. Dental implants can be used to replace a single tooth or several teeth, and can also stabilize a bridge or set of dentures. The titanium implant is surgically placed in the jawbone and acts as an artificial tooth root. The bone fuses to the implant to form a strong foundation for a replacement tooth. If you have a missing tooth or teeth, and live in the Fort Lauderdale or Plantation area, contact us to find out if dental implants are right for you.
If you have missing teeth, it is crucial to replace them. Without all your teeth, chewing and eating can destabilize your bite and cause you discomfort. When teeth are missing, your mouth can shift and even cause your face to look older. Implants are a great way to replace your missing teeth and, if properly maintained, can last a lifetime!
An implant is a new tooth made of metal and porcelain that looks just like your natural tooth. It's composed of two main parts: One is the titanium implant body that takes the place of the missing root, and the second part is the tooth-colored crown that is cemented on top of the implant. With periodontal treatment, you can smile confidently knowing that no one will ever suspect you have a replacement tooth.
In addition to tooth replacement, implants may be used to anchor dentures, especially lower dentures that tend to shift when you talk or chew. For patients with removable partial dentures, implants can replace missing teeth so that you have a more natural looking smile.
