When you have a single missing tooth, this minor gap could still mean serious trouble for your smile beyond embarrassment with your appearance. To offer a replacement option, one that could last for decades, we could place a dental implant and crown. In today’s blog, your Santa Rosa, CA, oral surgeons discuss the benefits of this option.
The Dental Implant
First, let’s talk about the most important part of your new tooth: the implant. This is a small, screw-like post that we insert directly into the jaw. The body accepts it as natural bone structure because the post is made from biocompatible titanium. As a result, your new tooth has the potential to last decades, possibly even a lifetime. In comparison, a dental bridge will last about ten years on average. We will guide the post into place with digital surgical guides to ensure it sits at the perfect position and angle to support your new tooth and provide a balanced and attractive smile.
A Custom Dental Crown
When the implant is in place and the area heals, we will connect an abutment to it. The abutment extends above the gum line and provides structure for us to connect a dental crown. The dental crown is a lifelike and custom-made restoration that will fit comfortably in the gap in your smile, and also provide a durable chewing surface as well. In addition to absorbing daily bite forces with ease, we can also color match them to blend with the smile seamlessly, so you can show off your smile without hesitation.
Benefits For Smiles
The new tooth will be able to handle the pressures a natural one can, and can last far longer than traditional options. They will last far longer, and also stimulate the growth of jawbone structure. This prevents the loss of mass and density in the jawbone that usually follows tooth loss, so it prevents the loss of additional teeth and protects your facial structure too, preserving your youthful features. If you have any questions about replacing your individual missing teeth with a dental implant and crown, then contact our team today to learn more.
A visit now means you can enjoy tooth replacement before your schedule is complicated by missing teeth. You can also use your 2022 dental insurance benefits and health savings account funds before they expire at midnight on December 31st.
Do You Have Questions About Placing New Teeth?
Our team can offer a custom option for replacing a single missing tooth. To learn more about our custom and lifelike dental prosthetics and implant technology, then schedule a consultation by calling Santa Rosa Oral Surgery in Santa Rosa, CA, today at 707-545-4625.