Using dental implants for permanent tooth replacement
Westwood Dentistry provides a myriad of dental solutions for patients in and around the Westwood, Massachusetts community. This includes restorative procedures such as dental implants. Permanent dental implants are an excellent solution for many patients who may be a proper fit for implantation dentistry. Let’s take a closer look at these restorations and how they work.
What are dental implants?
Dental implants are a permanent tooth replacement option after one or more teeth are extracted or lost. These implants are made of a biocompatible metal or metal-free Zirconia. Dental implants are placed into the jawbone during an oral surgery procedure to allow for osseointegration and bone growth. Then, the implant abutment can be restored over the top with dentures, dental crowns, or bridges, depending on each patient’s specific goals and needs and their situation.
How are dental implants used?
Dental implants are versatile. A single tooth is replaced with a dental implant and the placement of a dental crown. Dental implants may also be used on each side of a lost tooth to provide a foundation for one or both sides of a dental bridge. Alternatively, patients who have lost or extracted all of their teeth and need dentures can ask about full-mouth dental implants or implant-retained dentures. These provide better stability and functionality when compared to traditional full dentures.
Am I a candidate for the placement of dental implants?
Quality dental implants require sufficient jawbone to hold them in place and allow osseointegration to occur. This solidifies the implant into the bone, providing a solid foundation for any dental restoration. Determining candidacy starts with a consultation appointment and a Cone Beam CT Scan (CBCT) to evaluate a patient’s oral health and help them decide if the treatment is appropriate for their needs.
Where can I find the best implant dentist near me in Westwood, Massachusetts?
Drs. Monica Anand and Anshuman Rawat of Westwood Dentistry are excited to offer implants to their patients – call (781) 514-6443 to request an appointment or visit our office. New and returning patients and families are welcome.
Dental Implants
Dental implants are titanium roots, that are replaced with in the jawbone to resemble a tooth or group of teeth. A screw is inserted through the gums and into the jawbone. A porcelain crown is then attached to the screw to become the new tooth or teeth. They can be used to support dental prosthesis including crowns, dentures, and bridges. Today’s treatments are so natural looking, no one will know you had surgery. There’s approximately a 95% success rate for all implants. With modern advances in dentistry, some implants can be restored immediately with life like all porcelain crowns. For more details ask your dentist.
