Implant Placement in Feasterville-Trevose

At Babiner Dental, an implant is a titanium post that replaces the root of a missing tooth. The implant is placed into the jaw and bonds with the surrounding bone through osseointegration, creating a sturdy foundation for the new tooth. Once healed, the abutment can be affixed to the implant and secured to the dental crown.

Dental implants are an excellent option for many patients when replacing missing teeth because they are versatile and durable. While implants can last a lifetime with proper care, they will need to be replaced at some point due to normal wear and tear.

The Advantages of Dental Implants

Dental implants are a great option to replace missing teeth because they look, feel, and function like natural teeth. Since your implants will be bonded to your jawbone, they will provide a permanent solution to tooth loss that requires no additional maintenance or care aside from brushing and flossing your teeth normally. Additionally, dental implants can help prevent bone loss in your jaw over time because the implant is fused to your jawbone, unlike a dental bridge, which relies on the surrounding teeth for anchorage. This means that when you lose a tooth to periodontal disease or another cause, your jawbone can begin to lose mass as it is no longer being stimulated with the force of chewing against its pressure points. By replacing the root of your tooth with an implant, you can retain bone mass and have a more youthful facial structure for a more extended period.

The Procedure for Dental Implants

Dental implants are tiny titanium posts surgically placed into the jawbone, which will act as an anchor for replacement teeth or dentures. In some cases, implants can support loose-fitting dentures to make them more comfortable and functional. During the procedure, local anesthesia is used to numb the area, and the patient is awake during the surgery but relaxed and comfortable throughout. Most patients report little to no discomfort during dental implant placement.

The implant is placed into the jaw first, and the gums are given several weeks to heal around the new structure. During the healing process, new bone will fuse with the implant to anchor it firmly in the jaw. Once healed, the doctor will attach an abutment connector to the implant above the gum line. This abutment serves as the base for your new tooth, which will be created in a dental lab and attached to the abutment by your dentist. Once complete, your new smile will look like natural teeth, and you can eat and speak normally again!

Dental implants are the gold standard for tooth replacement because they are a permanent solution. To learn more about the benefits of dental implants, visit Babiner Dental at 332 Bustleton Pike, Feasterville-Trevose, PA 19053, or call (215) 607-2070.