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Dental implants are the ideal option for someone wishing to replace missing teeth. Where natural teeth are missing, Designer Dental Studio highly recommends tooth replacement, to prevent long term dental concerns, and a dental implant can be used to replace a single missing tooth, or many missing teeth. If you are unfamiliar with how a dental implant works, it consists of two parts:
- Fixture: A small titanium fixture placed in the bone where the root of the missing tooth used to be
- Crown: A crown restoration attached to the fixture above the gum
These two components make up a dental implant, and completely replaces the missing tooth. Over time, the fixture integrates (bonds) with the bone, acting as an anchor for the replacement tooth. This makes the entire structure very stable.
Work undertaken will take some time (per appointment), and you will be required to relax in our specialised Recovery Room, post treatment, to ensure that you remain comfortable and for our staff to monitor you. The entire implant process can take six months to achieve the perfect result.
Compared to a bridge, a dental implant is a 'superior' choice to make. A bridge requires the removal of healthy tooth structure in order to fill the space left by the missing tooth. Though effective, bridges really are the technology of yesterday, and dental implants are the technology of tomorrow. Dental implants offer numerous benefits over a bridge:-
- An implant offers a long-lasting solution - Dental implants often last for a lifetime. They are even more resilient than your natural teeth;
- You can eat your favourite foods in comfort and confidence - Implants are like natural teeth because they are anchored securely in your jaw;
- You will experience a perfect fit and perfect smile - The crown restoration is practically indistinguishable from your natural teeth;
- An implant eliminates the need to modify healthy teeth. A bridge requires the removal of healthy tooth structure from adjacent teeth. This is not necessary with a dental implant.
A dental implant is a life-long investment. Our team, under the guidance of Dr Duval, will give you extensive support and assistance, should you wish to begin this ideal method of tooth replacement. In addition to this information, Nobel Biocare provides us with the latest technology, and equipment in Implant Dentistry, and their website provides answers to many common questions - www.nobelbiocare.com.
If you are considering a dental implant to replace your missing teeth, please contact Designer Dental Studio to book in for a comprehensive examination with Dr Duval. Fill in the contact form, and we can schedule you an appointment today. We will provide you with all the necessary information, so you can make an informed decision, that is ideal for your dental health.
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