Dental implants are the most successful form of treatment available for the replacement of missing teeth. Offering you teeth that look, feel and function like natural teeth. Loose and uncomfortable dentures can now be replaced with something that is permanent and feels like part of you.
An implant is a titanium screw that is placed into the jawbone as a substitute for a missing tooth root. They are allowed to integrate naturally with the bone (a process called osseointegration) before a crown, bridge or fixed denture is fitted to replace one or more missing teeth, eliminating the need for uncomfortable or ill-fitting dentures.
There are many reasons dental implants may be recommended to you Tooth loss due to trauma, decay or gum disease can all be reasons why our team would suggest a permanent solution such as implants. Missing teeth can cause many problems in the structure of your face, creating premature aging, loss of bone structure and the inability to function correctly when eating or with your speech.
The benefits of dental implants are:
- They are a permanent solution for a missing tooth or many teeth
- They match your natural teeth in appearance, function and feel
- They improve the appearance of your smile
- They restore your bite
- They reduce the appearance of premature ageing and wrinkles
- They help retain bone structure
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