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Dental Implant Restorations from Gloucester Family Dentistry are a Great Solution for Missing Teeth
Have you lost your teeth to injury, disease, or decay? Or were you born with some teeth missing? Tooth loss causes many unpleasant issues, including diminished oral function, ruined aesthetics, poor oral health, and health issues like TMJ disorder.
Dental implants “near me” in Gloucester, Ontario, are advanced teeth replacements that look and function like natural teeth. Often referred to as the “gold standard of tooth replacement,” a dental implant rebuilds your tooth from the root up to offer ultimate stability. Gloucester Family Dentistry offers multiple implant-based restorations to accommodate different needs.
What is a dental implant?
A dental implant has three parts—the implant itself, an abutment, and a dental prosthetic. The implant, which could be a metal or ceramic screw, is surgically placed in the jawbone to act as a tooth root. The abutment is the middle component of the implant system that links the implant fixture with the final restoration, which can be a bridge, crown, or denture.
The dental implant stands out as the only tooth replacement that replicates the entire structure of a natural tooth, from the root to the crown. Because of this unique design, dental implants look, feel, and function like natural teeth. This way, you can eat, talk, and smile as if you’ve never experienced tooth loss!
Different types of implant restorations
Teeth rarely lose predictably. Sometimes, you can lose one tooth, multiple, or all teeth in one arch or both. We offer numerous implant restorations to ensure you never go without teeth, regardless of the nature of the tooth loss.
- A single implant restoration: This restoration type replaces a single missing tooth, whether you’ve lost it due to decay, injury, or gum disease. Replacing a tooth with an implant involves surgically inserting a titanium screw in the jawbone. Then, the dentist attaches an abutment to the implant post, after which we place a natural-looking crown. The beautiful dental crown becomes the functional and visible portion of the tooth as the titanium post and abutment remain buried beneath the gum line
- Implant-supported bridge: This restoration is ideal for clients who have lost two or more teeth in a row. Traditional bridges consist of one or more artificial teeth attached to the nearby teeth using dental crowns. Implant bridges use a set of prosthetic teeth to span a gap between two implants
- Implant-supported denture: Are you missing all teeth in one arch or both? Conventional dentures are an option but can be unstable when eating or speaking. Many clients with extensive tooth loss are now opting for implant-supported dentures. This restoration can replace missing teeth in an entire arch with as few as four implants strategically placed at an angle in the jawbone. Implant-supported dentures are more stable and comfortable than their traditional counterparts
Since dental implants are an investment, you must take optimal care of them to keep them looking their best. Like natural teeth, your implants can attract plaque. So, brush and floss your teeth diligently to enhance the health of your implants. Furthermore, don’t forget to see a dentist every six months for routine exams and cleanings.
Your new smile awaits you with implants!
Bothered by your “gappy” smile? Start your journey today to a new smile with dental implants. Get in touch with Dr. Fuad Tanha at (613) 749-7370 to schedule a dental implant consultation today.