Dental implants remain today’s best and most thoroughly time-tested tooth replacement methods with millions of patients in the United States currently enjoying the benefits of this remarkable treatment. Dental implants offer a high degree of strength and stability with new teeth while also offering patients a permanent solution to missing teeth. Dental implants also support the underlying bone structure in the jaw, making them an ideal treatment solution for patients who do not possess the jaw strength needed for removable dentures and other non-permanent solutions to missing teeth. If you take care of your dental implants, they will last you the rest of your life!

Dental implants are made of two main parts – one if the titanium post itself that acts as the new tooth root, which actually fuses to the jawbone during a healing phase. The other part of dental implants is the crown that is fitting on top of the implant after the implants heal, which is matched to your natural teeth for a beautiful and natural-looking smile. Today, over 90% of dental implant patients say they enjoy the results of their implants according to the American Dental Association, making implants the best treatment available for patients suffering from missing teeth. 

How Dental Implants Work
Made of titanium, dental implants actually fuse to the jawbone itself for an unrivaled hold. Titanium also is a risk-free material, so there is no risk of rejection or infection from this metal. During an implant procedure these implants are actually placed into the jawbone, and are then left to heal for several months. After this healing process, your final crowns are added to the implants, which are matched to your natural teeth. Not only do dental implants result in a better-looking smile, but they also result in a more functional and healthier smile overall!

Tooth Replacement Options Using Dental Implants
Dental implants are a versatile treatment solution, able to offer patients relief who are in a variety of different treatment circumstances and progressions in tooth loss and jaw bone decay. 

Single Teeth Replacements — Dental implants are a perfect solution for those looking to replace a single missing teeth. In these cases, just one implants and one crown are required, and the crown is matched to your existing teeth for a flawless and natural look. 

Replacing Many Teeth — For patients who require multiple teeth to be replaced, dental implants are also a great treatment option in these cases as only a few implants can be used to replace many teeth. When many teeth are missing, this poses a large health risk to the underlying bone in the jaw, which can begin to deteriorate if teeth are missing. Dental implants solve this issue by supporting the jawbone, eliminating the risk of deteriorating jawbone material. 

Total Teeth Replacements — There are also patients who must have all of their teeth replaced altogether, whether it be due to injury, long-term infections, or severe gum disease. In these cases, dental implants are an ideal treatment option as it only requires four to six implants to support an entire row of teeth, depending on the existing level of bone decay and deterioration. These new teeth will offer an incredibly string level of jawbone support, and will last the patient the rest of their life when properly maintained and cared for with regular, strong oral hygiene.

Removable Dentures paired with Implants— Some patients will opt for a removable option as opposed to dental implants, whether because they have a strong jawbone or simply prefer a removable option. However, your dentist will likely recommend permanent implants as most patients who require implants in the first place (and thus likely have missing teeth) will likely have a weaker jawbone and thus require a more supportive solution to their missing teeth. 

The team at Anytime Dental is ready to provide you with the absolute best dental implant treatment plan that will suit your needs and desires.

Post-Treatment Care and Retaining your Results

In caring for your implants, be sure to maintain a strong oral health regimen after care to best maintain your implant results. Daily brushing and flossing should be a priority, as properly maintained dental implants will last you the rest of your life! Learn which dental implant treatments may be best for you by contacting our veteran dental implant team today at Anytime Dental!