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Dental Implants in Midwood2626
If you have one missing tooth or even a few, you can take advantage of our dental implants in Midwood at Glenwood Dental Associates. Compared to older and more traditional dental restorations like fixed bridges and removable dentures, dental implants have many exciting benefits. Sure, you will get your complete smile back again. But that’s not all. You’ll also be able to chew with total confidence and speak without the slightest bit of self-consciousness.
When you have empty space where teeth used to be, it’s a cosmetic concern, of course. But it’s also a practical one, too. Your gum and bone tissue can start to atrophy and the other teeth on your jaw may shift, leading to discomfort and possibly a misaligned bite. A bridge or dentures replace the tooth, but only our dental implants in Midwood replace both the tooth and the root. Your facial contours will be preserved as a result. And your gum and bone tissue will, as well. A fixed bridge is held in at either side by anchoring it to the surrounding teeth. Both teeth are drilled down and capped to secure the anchor. But with dental implants, your other teeth remain untouched. Removable dentures are held in with adhesive that can be messy and not 100% reliable. Dental implants are adhesive-free and are completely reliable. It’s the difference that our local dentist thinks you will appreciate.
With a simple exam and consultation, your dentist will be able to tell you if you’re a good candidate for our dental implants in Midwood. You’ll need basically healthy gums and a jaw bone that is strong and thick enough to support the implant. If your jaw bone is determined to be insufficient, bone grafting is available. The procedure occurs in two stages. First, the implant itself, a titanium cylinder, will be placed in your jaw. Over the course of several months, the bone will grow around it and fuse with it. The second stage is placing a tooth-colored crown on top and cementing it into place. The outcome is a replacement tooth that looks and feels fully natural. About 98% of dental implants are successful. So why wait? Call us today and let’s get started restoring your smile.
