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Are you facing tooth extraction? Or maybe you are already living with missing teeth due to injury or disease? In either situation, it’s important to seek out dental restoration in order to restore oral health. Dental Implants are one solution that have risen in popularity due to their strength, function, and longevity. With dental implants, patients in East Gwillimbury, and Newmarket, ON can smile, speak, and eat with confidence.
You may hear someone refer to dental implants as the gold standard for tooth replacement, and for good reason. Whereas many dental restorations rest on top of the gumline, dental implants replace the missing tooth so that they can hold the final dental restoration such as a dental crown or dentures firmly in place. The implant itself resembles a small screw and is placed into the bone through an incision in the gum tissue. Once in place, the bone in that area will fuse around the implant over a series of months through a process known as integration. This bond is the strong foundation for your replacement tooth or teeth. After the healing process, we attach an abutment to the implant which acts as the connector to the final replacement tooth.
The true benefits of dental implants extend way beyond improving the appearance of your smile. Because of the strong bond between the implant and jawbone, the restoration prevents bone deterioration which is a common occurrence in tooth loss. Without stimulation from a tooth root or implant, the bone structure will begin to breakdown, causing remaining teeth to become loose and shift out of place. It can also lead to sunken facial contours which will prematurely age your appearance.
Other benefits of dental implants include:
Dental implants are one of several different tooth replacement options at Harvest Hills Dental Care. These restorations are best described as very small, screw-like posts that are surgically placed into the bone of the natural jaw to replace the roots of any extracted or missing teeth. They create a sturdy foundation for crowns, bridges, or dentures, making your smile complete and functional again, even after tooth loss or extraction.
Not as much as you might think! The dental implant placement procedure is typically done under local anesthesia, so you will not feel pain during the surgical procedure. Afterwards, you might notice some mild soreness, but it is nothing that over-the-counter painkillers and a little personal care cannot handle.
Proper care and regular evaluations can make your dental implants last a lifetime! Treat them exactly as you would your natural teeth and follow these three steps: brush, floss, and visit Harvest Hills Dental Care regularly. They are built to be durable, so you will be flashing that confident smile for many years to come.
Most of our patients find that they are candidates for our dental implants, but it depends on one’s overall health and jawbone condition. If your jawbone is not strong enough, do not fear! Our dental team may suggest a bone graft to prepare your jawbone for a dental implant!
The dental implant process is not an overnight transformation; good things take time! From initial consultation to placing the final crown, the process can take a few months and several visits to our office. This is because your jawbone needs time to heal and integrate with the implant itself—a step called osseointegration.
Absolutely! Our team will customize the crown, the visible part of the implant, to match your other teeth’ colour, shape, and size so no one will even know it’s not a natural tooth. Your smile will look seamless and stunning regardless of having dental work completed.
Our team finds that many patients love their dental implants! While dental implants might seem like a bigger investment upfront, they are incredibly durable and can save you money in the long run by eliminating the need for frequent replacements. Not to mention, the confidence and comfort of a restored smile are truly priceless!
If you reside in the East Gwillimbury, or Newmarket, ON area and would like to learn more about dental implants, we invite you to give us a call at (365) 659-1008. During your consultation, we’ll perform a comprehensive evaluation to determine if you are a candidate for dental implants and get you started on the path to a brand new smile.
