You know how difficult it can be if you are missing one or more teeth. You may have trouble eating your favourite foods, or you might not smile in pictures because you are embarrassed about your appearance. If this sounds like you, dental implants may be an option. Dental implants are a good investment in your oral, physical and mental health; for many, they are much more than just a tooth replacement option.
What Are Dental Implants?
The dental implant procedure consists of several steps, which can take months from start to finish. Here are the steps for dental implant surgery:
- Your dentist will evaluate your needs and assess whether implants are a good option. You and your dentist will create a treatment plan.
- Your dentist will perform a bone graft if you don’t have enough jawbone for the implant procedure.
- Next, a titanium alloy post is gently placed into your jawbone, and a temporary crown is placed on top.
- Then, it’s time to wait for your mouth to heal. Sometimes, this can take months.
- Once healed, the temporary crown is removed, and a connector or abutment is placed on the post.
- A prosthetic tooth, usually a porcelain crown, is placed on the abutment.
Once your dental implant process is complete, you can expect them to last a lifetime.
Beyond Tooth Replacement, How Can Dental Implants Help?
Dental implant surgery may change your life in more ways than one; the obvious improvement will be that you will no longer have any missing teeth, but how else might implants help you? Consider the following possibilities:
- Dental implants can realign your jaw and decrease TMJ or bruxism pain and symptoms.
- Dental implants can keep your other teeth from shifting and decrease jawbone deterioration.
- Dental implants can renew your ability to eat certain foods; as a result, this may help with diet and nutrition.
- Dental implants can improve your ability to speak clearly.
- Dental implants can improve your self-esteem and make you feel more confident.
Would You Like More Information About Dental Implants in Brisbane or Highgate Hill, QLD?
If you want to talk to someone in our dental clinic about how dental implants can help you, we welcome your call at (07) 3846 2002.