Get Custom Dental Implants from Our Cosmetic Dentist in Steele Creek

If you are missing a tooth, a dental implant is an excellent way to restore your smile and jaw structure/alignment. No other form of tooth replacement mimics the natural tooth structure so perfectly, and no other treatment restores the lost tooth while leaving the healthy teeth untouched. Below is some more information about our Steele Creek dental implants.

What is the Treatment Process for a Dental Implant? 

In a dental implant treatment, your dentist or oral surgeon will surgically place a titanium post into your jawbone, below the gum line. This post will act as the artificial “root” of the tooth. Once the post has been inserted, you will wait for 3-6 months for the jaw and gum tissue to regrow. The bone tissue will actually integrate with the implant, making it one with your jaw.

Once you have recovered from the implant surgery, your dentist will attach what is called a “post” to the implant. You might think of this as the scaffolding inside the new tooth’s crown. Once again, you will wait for the tissue to heal and grow up around the post.

Finally, you will return for your last appointment, where your dentist will attach a crown to the post. The restoration will look identical in color and texture to the surrounding teeth.

After making some adjustments for bite and fit, you will be ready to head out the door with a tooth that is just as sturdy and stable—if not more so—than the old one!

Why Dental Implants Are Beneficial for Jaw Health

One reason why most dentists prefer dental implants over other solutions, like bridges and dentures, is that they better support jaw health. Once your tooth roots are gone, your jawbone begins to naturally deteriorate, which can cause changes in your facial shape, contribute to bite problems, and lead to TMJ issues. When your jawbone is supported by dental implants, however, it doesn’t deteriorate, but remains strong and stable.