Congratulations, you’ve decided to get dental implants! The good news: getting dental implants is easier than ever. Thanks to modern advancements in implant design and technology, these artificial teeth are comfortable and can actually preserve your natural teeth.
The Advantages of Dental Implants
While being able to enjoy your favorite foods without pain or discomfort is probably high on your list of reasons for getting dental implants, there are three distinct advantages to having this procedure:
1. Improved appearance.
2. Preservation of natural teeth.
3. A permanent solution.
First and foremost, new implants look great! The average person is unable to tell an implant from a natural tooth. Dental implants eliminate the need to modify healthy teeth, because a small titanium screw is used as the replacement for the root portion of a missing natural tooth. Lastly, no adjustments are needed after the procedure, and the dental implant will serve the owner for life.
The Dental Implant Procedure
One reason getting dental implants is easier than ever is the actual procedure. During a single session, dentists place the implant using keyhole surgery, which is performed using long, thin instruments that are inserted through small incisions. This significantly reduces the healing time and discomfort after the procedure compared to older or more conventional methods.
Anyone who is missing one or more teeth due to disease, injury or tooth decay may be a candidate for dental implants. If you are interested in dental implants or have questions about your current implants, call Advanced Prosthodontics at (610) 865-4222.