When you even have one missing tooth, this could cause trouble with your smile. But we have an option to fill the gap and offer a complete smile again! In today’s blog, your Santa Rosa, CA, oral and maxillofacial surgeons talk about our custom-made dental implant and crown!
The Impact of Even One Lost Tooth
Did you know even an individual missing tooth could cause trouble for your smile’s health and appearance? The gap in your smile could cause nearby teeth to actually drift from position, which then causes misalignment and an increased risk of tooth decay and gum disease. The missing tooth also alters your bite balance, leading to TMJ disorder and bruxism (teeth grinding) for some people. The body will also take note and suspend the floss of calcium and phosphorus to the bone tissue around the missing root. This causes a breakdown that could lead to further tooth loss and an aged appearance in some cases.
The Dental Implant Portion
Fortunately, we can provide a replacement for a single missing tooth that doesn’t involve a bridge. Instead, we will use digital imaging technology to plan and guide the placement of a biocompatible titanium implant post into the gap on your smile. We choose an angle and position that allows it to bond with the bone tissue through a process known as osseointegration. The post then acts as a new root, which means your tooth could last as long as a natural one! This also stimulates the growth of jawbone tissue to prevent further breakdowns in the bone tissue, protecting your surrounding teeth.
Dental Crowns
We also take time to custom-make the dental crown that acts as the visible part of your new tooth. The crown is custom-made with lifelike and durable materials, shaded to blend with your smile and able to handle daily bite forces and pressures. We attach this to the post with an abutment, completing your new tooth and allowing you to smile with confidence once again! In addition to single missing teeth, we can use multiple posts to secure a bridge, partial, or full denture that is fixed in place and ready to last for decades to come.
If you have any questions about addressing your missing teeth with implant dentistry, then contact our team today to learn more.
Do You Have Questions About Replacing Lost Teeth?
We would like to help you replace your lost teeth with lifelike and durable dental implants. To learn more about filling the gaps in your smile with a lifelike replacement, then schedule a consultation by calling Santa Rosa Oral Surgery in Santa Rosa, CA, today at 707-545-4625.