When it comes to replacing your missing teeth, there are several options available. Dentures can help address a variety of needs, or bridges can be used to replace a small section. There is even a way to mimic both the visible part and root of your lost dental structure with implants. Today, your Riverside, CA, dental group is here to talk about how this option compares.
Who Can Receive An Implant
Dental implants are unique in the way that they are able to replace both the crown and root of your missing structures. Dentures and bridges can give you a full smile, but they may not be able to help you maintain your facial structure. This option can also address a wide range of tooth loss, from a single missing tooth to several. Before beginning this process, you will have a consultation with your dentist to discuss the options available for your needs. Patients who have lost a tooth but have healthy gums and a sturdy jaw may be eligible for this prosthetic option.
This prosthetic replacement should last for many years with proper maintenance. You will not need to take this out to clean or care for. Instead, your dentist can show you how to properly brush and floss around the area. It is important that you practice proper oral hygiene to keep your teeth and gums healthy after receiving your implant.
What To Know Before The Process
Receiving your dental implant can take several appointments over the span of a few months. During your consultation, an impression of your oral cavity may be sent to a lab to create the pieces for your implant. Then, an oral surgery will be scheduled to add the post into your jawbone. The post and bone will fuse in a natural process, which is what allows this replacement option to be stable. Oral surgery can seem intimidating for patients, but our team can help guide you through this process. We offer several types of sedation that can increase your comfort throughout the procedure.
After this has occurred, the abutment piece and crown can be added. The crown is the part that is visible in your smile. It can also help improve your ability to chew food and speak. One advantage of implants is that they can help keep your jawbone’s structure, which helps keep your facial muscles from sagging.
Schedule Your Appointment Today
If you are ready to have a complete smile again, talk to your nearest Riverside Dental Group location today.
Riverside Dental Group at Magnolia in Riverside, CA at (951) 689-5031.
Dental Associates of Moreno Valley in Moreno Valley, CA at (951) 697-6800.
Riverside Dental Group at Woodcrest in Riverside, CA at (951) 776-9001.
Oasis Family Dental in Temecula, CA at (951) 695-2290.
Dental Associates of Riverside in Riverside, CA at (951) 369-1001.
Dental Associates of Corona in Corona, CA at (951) 273-9580.
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