Dental implants are ideal for people who experience tooth loss due to decay or infection. They’re also recommended when the damage to the teeth is so substantial, a crown and bridge won’t suffice as treatment.
A dental implant is composed of a titanium screw that goes deep into the jawbone. It effectively becomes the root of the artificial tooth and is capped off with a ceramic dental crown. The treatment is successful when the implant becomes fully integrated with the jaw.
A successful dental implant offers the following benefits:
We recommend a consultation with our cosmetic dentists and, if you are eligible for the procedure, choose dental implants as replacements for your missing teeth.
We look at several factors that can affect the success of a dental implant. Hence, we only recommend dental implantation to patients who meet the following criteria:
Our dentists might also recommend pre-treatment therapies to increase your rate of success. For example, if the adjacent or opposing teeth have migrated towards the vacant space, we may recommend using braces for a specified period first to move the errant teeth back in place and make room for a dental implant.
Shea Dental’s experienced dentists will discuss each available option and work with you on planning your treatment.
Other cosmetic dental treatments (e.g., crowns and bridges, veneers) restore the aesthetics of your mouth and offer minimal support to your remaining natural teeth. Dental implants are the superior option, however, because they can satisfy both aesthetic and functional needs. They look natural, and you’re free to eat anything you can easily cut with a fork. You can smile and talk with confidence, and you won’t need to make major adjustments to your diet.
Get in touch with Shea Dental if you have further questions about dental implants, the procedure, its maintenance, and pricing. Visit our clinic in Scottsdale. You may also call (480) 998-3923 or fill out our contact form.