Do you have missing, broken, or gapped teeth? Dental implants are a great service for any patient who is looking to complete their smile. At Warrenton Dental Center, we have witnessed the impact of dental implants. We have had patients walk in with an unconfident smile of broken teeth, and walk out with a confident, fully restored smile. With dental implants, we can help you to reach your "smile goal"!
Dental implants, like many other dental services, have more than one single benefit. This service can affect a patient's oral health, physical appearance, and even mental fitness. If you think dental implants might be the perfect solution to your dental issues, note the benefits below:
They're like natural teeth. Dental implants are created to match both the shape and color of your natural teeth. Patients even say that they feel the same!
The procedures do no harm. Many patients looking to get dental implants may be worried that the implants will affect other teeth. Fortunately, this procedure does not.
Implants can last up to 20+ years. This all depends on the patient, and how well they take care of their implants. If you do not have good daily dental hygiene, your implants will not last as long.
They do not require too many visits to the dental office. Many implants only require one or two dental visits in order to be replaced. After that, a patient will have their implants checked twice a year, during their two regular, annual checkups.
They help to regain jaw strength. When a patient has a missing tooth, it decreases the jawbone strength. Dental implants can reverse this process.
Before getting any dental procedure, it is important to know the process. As a patient, it is helpful to know what to expect and get any questions answered. Knowing what the procedure entails can also help you to decide whether or not dental implants are for you. At Warrenton Dental Center, the procedure we follow to provide dental implants is as follows:
Surgically inserting the implant into the jawbone: Your dentist will begin the process by making an incision in your jawbone. He will then screw the titanium alloy rods of the implant into your jawbone.
Necessary healing time: An implant is strong because the bone actually forms around the implant and holds it firmly in place. However, it takes some time for this to happen. Some patients may wait up to several months before the replacement teeth are ultimately attached. On the other hand, some patients may have their replacement teeth put in after just one visit.
Getting your crown: Your dentist or a dental lab will work on making your custom crown, bridge, or dentures to fit over your dental implants. Once this is done, your dentist will place the artificial teeth and attach them to the implant posts.
Caring for your dental implants is similar to how you care for the rest of your teeth. This means that brushing and flossing for two minutes every day, twice a day is the best thing you can do for your implants. It is also advised that dental implant patients use a soft nylon brush and non-abrasive toothbrush and toothpaste. By caring for your implants and minimizing the amount of bacteria around them, you are increasing their lifespan as well!
At Warrenton Dental Center, we see the value in providing each patient with a custom dental plan. We understand that each patient has their own dental issues and concerns, which means that they will use
a variety of our services
to help them to reach their dental goal. That us why our staff encourages patients to ask questions, and educated clients about dental health treatment options. If you think you could be a good candidate for dental implants, please don't hesitate to
contact us today.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, call us at (540) 351-0170 or fill out the form below.
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