The Ultimate Restoration For Missing Teeth

Your teeth were designed to last a lifetime, but sometimes they don’t. Replacing missing teeth is important to your general health and to the health of your other teeth. When considering your reconstruction choices for a missing tooth you should know that Implant Treatment is considered more predictable than bridgework, resin bonded bridges, and endodonic treatment.

Dental Implants are a substitute for the root of the missing teeth. They acts as an anchor for a replacement tooth, crown, or set of replacement teeth. Implants offer stability because they fuse to your bone. Integration of the implants into your jaw also helps your replacement teeth feel more natural and some people also find the secure fit more comfortable than conventional substitutes.

Candidates for dental implants need to have healthy gums and adequate bone to support the implant. A thorough evaluation by Dr. Aschacher will help determine whether you are a good candidate for dental implants.

The Implant Process

Treatment generally is a three-part process that takes several months.

1. In the first step, Dr. Aschacher will surgically place the implant in the jaw, with the top of the implant slightly above the top of the bone. A screw is inserted into the implant to prevent gum tissue and other debris from entering.
   
   The gum is then secured over the implant. The implant will remain covered for approximately three to six months while it fuses with the bone, a process called "osseointegration." There may be some swelling, tenderness or both for a few days after the surgery, so pain medication usually is prescribed to alleviate the discomfort.
   
   
2. In the second step, the implant is uncovered and the dentist attaches an extension, called a post, to the implant. The gum tissue is allowed to heal around the post. Some implants require a second surgical procedure in which a post is attached to connect the replacement teeth. With other implants, the implant and post are a single unit placed in the mouth during the initial surgery. Once healed, the implant and post can serve as the foundation for the new tooth.

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3. In the third and final step; Dr. Aschacher makes a crown, which has the size, shape, color, and fit that will blend with your other teeth. Once completed, the crown is attached to the implant post.

Are Implants Right For You?

Who's a good candidate for implant treatment? You are, if you're in good health and have healthy gums and adequate bone to support an implant. You must be committed to thorough oral hygine to keep your mouth healthy and to scheduling regular dental visits.