Enhance Your Smile with Dental Implants
Losing a tooth due to injury, decay, or aging can have significant impacts on your oral health and daily life. Our dedicated team at TND Periodontics & Oral Surgery offers comprehensive solutions tailored to your needs, ensuring your smile is restored effectively.
Why Replace Missing Teeth?
A missing tooth doesn’t just affect your smile—it can also impact your overall oral health. Nearby teeth may shift to fill the gap, leading to alignment issues, irritated gums, and difficulty with oral hygiene. Changes in your bite can affect how you chew and may contribute to tooth sensitivity or grinding. Additionally, the risk of further tooth loss and dental issues can increase.
A) Single Tooth Dental Implant:
Dental implants are a popular and highly successful solution for replacing single teeth. Surgically placed into the jawbone, implants provide a stable foundation for artificial teeth that look, feel, and function like natural teeth. With proper care, they offer a long-lasting solution.
The process begins with a thorough assessment to ensure your jawbone can support the titanium root. After placement, the jawbone heals around the implant, securely anchoring it. Finally, a porcelain crown is attached, completing your new tooth.
B) Implant-Supported Bridges:
An implant-supported bridge is another effective option for replacing multiple missing teeth. This solution involves attaching a dental bridge to implants surgically placed in the jaw. It’s a permanent and stable alternative to traditional bridges, preserving your natural teeth.
The procedure spans several months, starting with implant placement and allowing time for the implants to fuse with your jawbone. This integration process, known as osseointegration, ensures a strong foundation for your new teeth.
Advantages of Implants:
- Preservation of Natural Teeth: Unlike traditional bridges, implant-supported bridges do not require altering adjacent natural teeth.
- Restoration of Function: Implants replace both the lost tooth and its root, promoting jawbone health and maintaining facial structure.
- Long-Term Solution: With proper care, implants can last a lifetime, providing stability and confidence in your smile.
Choosing dental implants means investing in your oral health and quality of life.
Consult with our team at True North Dentistry Limited to Periodontics & Oral Surgery to explore how dental implants can transform your smile and restore your confidence.
Dr. Hesam Tehrani DDS, MSc Periodontics
Dr. Ali Tehrani DDS, Certif Intern Oral Surgery
