Replace missing teeth with dental implants in Pembroke Pines, FL

If you are missing teeth or facing tooth loss, you are also faced with choosing a restoration. At Pines Dental in Pembroke Pines, FL, our team is here to help you make that decision. Dental implants are one of the most frequently asked about dental restorations. In the following article, we’ll explain more about the many benefits of this functional and permanent option to replace missing teeth.

How Dental Implants Work

The tooth is made up of two main parts: the crown and the root. The crown is the part of the tooth you see above the gum line. The root lies below the gums and is what keeps the tooth anchored to the jawbone. Many tooth restoration options sit on top of the gums and are held in place with suction, adhesive, or anchored to remaining teeth. Dental implant restorations are the closest option to mimicking natural teeth because they replace the root and the crown. Dental implants are the most stable and functional treatment for replacing missing teeth.

Dental implants are typically made of titanium, which is a material used in many medical procedures and is biocompatible with the body. Once the implant is in place in the jawbone, it is left to heal during a process called osseointegration. During this time, the implant fuses with the bone to provide a durable foundation for the final restoration such as a dental crown or implant-supported denture.

Benefits of Dental Implants

There are many reasons to choose dental implants for missing teeth. Among them are:

• Dental Implants are permanent – the strong fusion with the jawbone means they can last the rest of your life.
• Dental Implants feel natural – they will not slip or fall out, which means they’ll feel like natural teeth during normal daily activities.
• Dental Implants are easy to take care of – they do not require any extra care, just routine brushing and flossing.
• Dental Implants protect your oral health – by stimulating the jawbone they prevent deterioration and further tooth loss.

The Dental Implant Process

It’s important for patients who choose dental implants to understand that the process requires multiple steps spread out over several months. While this can seem daunting at first, patients will find that the results are well worth the wait.

Candidates for Dental Implants

Most patients who are interested in receiving dental implants are good candidates for the treatment. The biggest factor is the health of the jawbone. If you have been missing teeth for many years that has led to jawbone deterioration, we may recommend a bone grafting procedure prior to receiving dental implants.

During the consultation process, we will evaluate the health of the gums and bone to determine if implants are the appropriate treatment. If, for some reason, dental implants are not a good fit, we do offer many other natural-looking and functional restoration options.

Learn more by calling us today!

If you are missing one or more teeth, you are not alone. Let the team at Pines Dental in Pembroke Pines help you start smiling again. Call us at  (954) 432-6133 to book an appointment.

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