Can Dental Implants Slow the Effects of AGING?

6/20/2017

If you have a missing tooth that you would like to replace the best alternative may be an Dental Implant with a natural looking Ceramic Crown and Abutment. Dental Implants can replace missing anterior or posterior teeth that look and function like natural teeth.

When you lose a tooth the bone that was supporting the tooth root will began to atrophy and this can lead to collapse of support in the face and lips that gives the appearance of aging.

The good news is that atrophy after tooth loss can be prevented if a tooth is replaced with an Implant. When a tooth is extracted a bone graft can be placed immediately into the root socket which will help to create a good site for implant placement after healing. Once an Implant is placed it will act like a natural tooth root to prevent loss of bone volume.

Dental Implants combined with Dental Appliances can also be used to reverse the effects of bone that has already atrophied due to loss of multiple teeth over time.

For more information on Dental Implants and Dental Reconstruction please contact our office at 251-639-1853

1 Comment

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12/10/2021 12:25:59 am

Thanks for sharing such great information! Dental implants are tooth replacements made of synthetic material that can be used to replace lost teeth. They are placed into the jawbone and function similarly to actual teeth. Dental implants are a long-term solution to dental problems and are frequently the best option.

An implant is surgically placed into the jawbone and secured in place with the aid of an abutment (metal stub) on its upper surface. After that, a prosthetic tooth or bridge can be affixed to the abutment, completing the tooth replacement process. Bridges, dentures, or other non-implant based dental procedures are alternatives to implants.

The implant is shaped like the root of a tooth and provides strength and stability to aid with tooth loss prevention. Dentures, bridges, and partials supported by implants can also be utilized to replace lost teeth.

Dr. Kim E. Stiegler
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