What Are Dental Implants?
Missing teeth in a patient's smile can cause a number of problems. Not only is it unattractive to have a large gap in a patient's smile, but it can also cause surrounding teeth to shift out of place. Additionally, it can lower a patient's chewing efficiency. Missing teeth in the front of a patient's smile can make it difficult to bite into foods, and it can affect the way an individual speaks. By replacing a missing tooth (or teeth), patients can improve their overall oral health and well-being. When a tooth goes missing from extraction, disease, or trauma, many patients enjoy the benefits of dental implants.
Dental implants, also known as tooth implants, are provided to Sterling Heights area patients who are worried about the missing tooth or teeth in their smile. At Laser Dental Associates, we understand the importance of restoring a beautiful smile, and suggest dental implants to many of our patients.
Tooth implants are made of titanium and are surgically implanted into a patient's gums. The bone underneath their gums will grow and wrap around the implant during a process called osseointegration. This is what gives the dental implant stability and structure. The bone will hold the tooth implant in place, just as it would a natural tooth root. The dentist at Laser Dental Associates will then place a dental crown over the top of the implant in order to complete the look. Dental crowns are made of porcelain, which are strong and beautiful. Dental implants are often indistinguishable from other teeth within a patient's smile.
Dental implants can also be used with cosmetic dentures. By implanting several tooth implants, the dentist will be able to retrofit cosmetic dentures to snap into place on the implants to provide structure and strength. This is a great way to eliminate the problems associated with dentures, such as an ill fit or discomfort and sores on the gums.
The dentists at Laser Dental Associates of Sterling Heights offer dental implants along with other alternatives to help patients restore their smile and avoid the unsightly appearance of missing teeth. Dental bridges and partial dentures are often considered depending on the patient's budget and lifestyle, and may be a better option for those that are not considered viable candidates for tooth implants. Your Laser Dental Associates dentist will be able to direct you to the best restoration for you.
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Dental implants, also known as tooth implants, are provided to Sterling Heights area patients who are worried about the missing tooth or teeth in their smile. At Laser Dental Associates, we understand the importance of restoring a beautiful smile, and suggest dental implants to many of our patients.
Tooth implants are made of titanium and are surgically implanted into a patient's gums. The bone underneath their gums will grow and wrap around the implant during a process called osseointegration. This is what gives the dental implant stability and structure. The bone will hold the tooth implant in place, just as it would a natural tooth root. The dentist at Laser Dental Associates will then place a dental crown over the top of the implant in order to complete the look. Dental crowns are made of porcelain, which are strong and beautiful. Dental implants are often indistinguishable from other teeth within a patient's smile.
Dental implants can also be used with cosmetic dentures. By implanting several tooth implants, the dentist will be able to retrofit cosmetic dentures to snap into place on the implants to provide structure and strength. This is a great way to eliminate the problems associated with dentures, such as an ill fit or discomfort and sores on the gums.
The dentists at Laser Dental Associates of Sterling Heights offer dental implants along with other alternatives to help patients restore their smile and avoid the unsightly appearance of missing teeth. Dental bridges and partial dentures are often considered depending on the patient's budget and lifestyle, and may be a better option for those that are not considered viable candidates for tooth implants. Your Laser Dental Associates dentist will be able to direct you to the best restoration for you.
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