Overcome Tooth Loss with Dependable and Life-looking Dental Implants

There are several reasons why people miss teeth. You may have been without some teeth since birth, or you can lose your teeth through injury, disease, or decay. Whatever the cause, tooth loss can devastate your health, confidence, and quality of life. 

Don’t let tooth loss box you into a corner of low self-esteem and poor oral health. Instead, replace what you have lost with dependable dental implants from Stoneycreek Village Dental in Fort McMurray, Alberta. Dental implants placed by Drs. Yohannes Melkie, Alan Chan, and Cristina Rodrigo can replace everything from a single tooth to an entire set of teeth. 

Dental implants 101

A dental implant is a titanium post that acts as an artificial tooth root. This biocompatible metal post is surgically embedded in the jawbone to support one or more artificial teeth. An implant doesn’t work alone. Above it is an abutment that protrudes through the gum line to link the implant fixture to a dental prosthetic, such as a crown, denture, or bridge. 

A few months after placement, a dental implant osseointegrates with the jawbone to become part of your dentition. Because of this unique design, a dental implant is a permanent solution for tooth loss. Like your natural teeth, your implant doesn’t need replacement in the future. 

The process of getting a dental implant

Want to overcome your “gappy” smile with dental implants? The first step is to book an appointment with an implant dentist. This consultation examines your oral health to establish your smile is free from cavities, gum disease, and other issues. Furthermore, this initial exam evaluates your jawbone to ensure sufficient volume and density to support an implant. If not, we will recommend bone grafting to replenish lost bone tissue.

Once you are passed fit for a dental implant, the rest of the procedures involve the following:

• Anaesthetizing your gums to minimize pain and discomfort during implant surgery. Anesthesia works for many patients, but those with dental anxiety can benefit from sedation dentistry
• Surgically inserting a titanium post at a precise location in the jawbone
• Leaving the implant for four to six months to fuse with the bone. During this period, observe optimal oral hygiene and adhere to routine dental appointments to minimize implant failure
• During the healing phase, the implant biointegrates with the jawbone to form a solid foundation to support a prosthetic tooth
• After healing and fusion, we attach an abutment to the implant post
• The final step is to cap off your implant with a crown, denture, or bridge, depending on the number of teeth lost

A massive benefit of dental implants is that they help preserve the jawbone by preventing bone atrophy. Like natural teeth, dental implants stimulate the jawbone, encouraging regeneration. Reversing the effects of bone degradation restores your aesthetics and oral health.

The many benefits of dental implants

Dental implants are incredibly flexible — they are a viable solution whether you are missing one, several, or all teeth.

The other benefits of dental implants include:

• Low maintenance
• Durable results
• Natural feel and appearance
• Renewed confidence
• Restored oral function
• Provide stability and support for many teeth restorations
• Dental implants have a high success rate of over 98%

Looking for the next step? Please call (780) 666-7327 for a no-obligation consultation with Stoneycreek Village Dental. 

Like natural teeth, our dental implants are stable, natural-looking, and durable. They restore your confidence and allow you to be who you want to be at home, work, or anywhere.

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