Dental Implants Are the Next Best Thing to Real Teeth

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If you are like many Americans, you may experience tooth loss at some point in your life.  Whether this is due to injury, gum disease or tooth decay, the loss of your teeth can have a crippling effect on your self-esteem as well as your ability to speak and chew food properly. Tooth loss can also lead to bone erosion in the jaw; there can be a 25% decrease in bone width in just the first year following tooth loss. The resulting erosion in the facial bone structure may also contribute to gum tissue loss and a more aged appearance.

In the 1970s a new solution to tooth loss was developed—dental implants. This amazing prosthodontic solution is almost like your original teeth because a prosthetic tooth is attached to the underlying bone.  Because dental implants are joined to the jawbone, they will help prevent bone and gum loss as well as be used to secure your dentures, bridges or crowns. Perhaps, most importantly, dental implants renew your self-confidence because your smile will look like new again.

Find the Right Dentist in Marco Island, FL for Implants

If you decide that you would like dental implants, you should first schedule a consultation with a dentist who have a broad knowledge of implant prosthodontics, like Dr. Hermann Schulze or Dr. Josephine Perez with Island Tower dentistry.  Your dentist will need to examine you closely to determine if you have bone and gums healthy enough for dental implants. Your dentist will work closely with the referred periodontist or oral surgeon to ensure that a comprehensive restoration plan is in place.

If you are a candidate for dental implants, your dentist will coordinate your appointment with a surgeon for the procedure.  The actual procedure is a three stage process that is typically completed over a four to six month period. The first step will involve attaching a permanent titanium post to the jawbone followed by a period of recovery. In the second phase, your periodontist will place a small extension on the post that will be used to create a prosthetic tooth or crown.  In the final stage, the prosthetic crown, denture or bridge will then be attached to the post by your dentist.

Choose the Finest Cosmetic Dentistry Marco Island, FL

Choosing the right dental team for your dental implant procedure is critical to your ongoing oral health. You want a dental team that can create a comprehensive dental treatment plan that is unique to you and your dental history.  With their assistance, you can once again enjoy dining and social situations as if you had never lost your teeth.

To discuss cosmetic dentistry, ongoing dental care or to determine if you are a candidate for dental implants, please call our dental office at 239-394-1004 or EMAIL US to schedule a consultation with one of our premier dentists Marco Island, FL.