Discover the purpose of teeth replacement treatment in East Newmarket and surrounding areas, ON

We all want strong teeth and beautiful smiles. However, poor oral health, trauma, and illness can lead to tooth loss. Harvest Hills Dental Care offers teeth implants for patients in Newmarket and surrounding areas, ON and surrounding areas. Dental implants are used as permanent teeth replacement treatment. Implants can maintain jawbone health while restoring a smile marred by tooth loss.

The purpose of teeth implants

Our teeth have roots and crowns. The roots sit below the gums and are not visible. The crowns, which sit above the gumline, are the visible portion that people consider when thinking about the teeth. However, the roots have a crucial role in preserving that natural balance in the mouth. The roots provide support and stability for the crowns. They bear the force for chewing and maintain the health of the jawbone. Without a tooth in place, the surrounding bone begins to degenerate, teeth shift, and oral problems can occur. As a cylinder or post that is surgically placed in the jaw, an implant mimics a tooth root.

Made of titanium or ceramic, dental implants are precisely positioned to replace missing teeth. The procedure to place an implant is a simple, yet precise oral surgery. Once healed, an abutment is attached to the implant and it sits above the gums to secure the dental restoration. The structure can be topped with a crown, bridge, or denture depending on the number of teeth to be replaced. The completed structure looks and acts like a natural tooth.

The implant and restoration fulfill aesthetic and functional needs by imitating a tooth. Benefits of dental implants for teeth replacement include the following:

• Single tooth or multiple teeth replacement
• Provide support and security not found with other dental restorations
• Maintain and stimulate the health of the jawbone
• Restore a strong, natural chewing surface
• Appear to be a natural tooth once topped with a crown
• Provide a lasting tooth replacement solution

Outpatient teeth replacement treatment

Dental implants require enough strong bone to support the device. Once it has been decided that you are a qualified candidate for the procedure, the multiple-visit process can begin. The dental implant process requires more than one visit. During the implant placement, the post is positioned in the gap from the missing tooth root. The treatment site is given time to heal so the bone and gums can integrate around the implant.

For dental implants to succeed, osseointegration must occur. This is when the implant fuses with the tissues of the mouth. This process takes a few months but creates the foundation for a secure dental restoration. Osseointegration is crucial to ensure the implant functions as a natural tooth root. Once the area has fully healed, the abutment and restoration can be placed. The end result is a beautiful, natural-looking and functioning smile. Implants are permanent teeth replacement options that can last a lifetime with proper care.

Harvest Hills Dental Care offers comprehensive general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry. For more information on teeth implants in Newmarket and surrounding areas, ON, contact us today at (365) 659-1008. 

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