What are dental implants?
Dental implants act as artificial replacement tooth roots that stay securely in place because they’re fused to your jawbone. They’re usually derived from titanium and are carefully designed to stabilize and secure your dental prostheses.
Dental implants are available in varying sizes and shapes. They can replace a few missing teeth or an entire set of teeth.
Why would I choose dental implants?
You might choose dental implants for reasons such as:
- If you’re searching for an alternative to dentures or bridges
- If you want to improve your speech
- If you want to continue to eat your favorite foods without worry
- If you have missing teeth
Missing teeth can cause bone loss that can gradually alter your face shape. Dental implants can both prevent and reverse this process.
Who is eligible for dental implants?
You’re suitable for dental implants if you:
- Have healthy oral tissues
- Don’t have any health conditions that impact bone healing
- Committed to taking good care of your teeth
- Have a fully-grown healthy jawbone
During your initial consultation, Dr. Danielewicz can help you determine if dental implants are right for you.
How are dental implants placed?
During the procedure to place dental implants, Dr. Danielewicz administers anesthesia before making an incision in your gums. He then places the dental implants using a dental drill. Next, he carefully closes your incisions with stitches.
A process called osseointegration is the next step — over time, your new implants fuse with your jawbone. Following the surgical placement of your dental implant, it usually takes about 3-6 months for the successful fusion of your implants and jawbone.
After your jawbone has completely healed, you come back to the office and Dr. Danielewicz secures a supporting element (abutment) to the top of each of your dental implants. For the final step, Dr. Danielewicz connects your dental prosthesis to your abutments.
What advantages do dental implants offer?
Dental implants provide a wide array of benefits, such as:
- Allowing you to consume a normal healthy balanced diet
- Enhancing your dental health
- Long-lasting results
- Improving speech
- Preserving your jawbone
- Preventing future bone loss
- Improving the look of your smile
- High-quality materials that don’t deteriorate and decay like your natural teeth
If you’re interested in learning more, call Brian P. Danielewicz, DDS or use the online scheduler today.
