One of the best ways to replace a missing tooth or teeth these days is with a dental implant. Implants are generally preferable to dentures in that they don’t slip. That makes talking and chewing easier. What’s implanted is a pin, usually made of titanium. The pin goes into your jaw. It acts as a replacement root to support an artificial tooth.
Inserting the pin is a procedure normally done under local anesthesia. Not everyone, however, is a candidate for an implant. For one thing, you have to have enough bone in the jaw to support the implant. If you don’t have enough bone, under some conditions the dentist might be able to graft bone.
You still need to continue regular visits to the dentist. The dentist will want to check regularly on the condition of the implant and of the tissues around it. Talk with your dentist about whether you’re a candidate for an implant.
If you, your family, or friends need dental care, we would be honored to provide you with state-of-the-art dental care in our modern dental practice. Refer someone you love to someone you trust!
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