Replace the missing pieces of your smile with dental implants. Dental Implants provide solutions for patients missing one, multiple, or all of their teeth and are available for the residents of Glyndon, Owings Mills, Hunt Valley, and surrounding areas.
With Dr. Romay’s advanced prosthodontic training, Baltimore Dental Co. is the perfect choice for dental implant placement. Dental implants are the only tooth restoration option that provides patients with the look, feel, and functionality of a natural smile.
A dental implant is a titanium post that acts as a root for the replacement tooth. Once the implant integrates with the bone, a custom-made prosthetic is attached to it, providing a natural looking and functional tooth replacement. Dental implants are known for their durability and ability to mimic the appearance and function of natural teeth.
THE PARTS NEEDED TO REPLACE A NATURAL TOOTH
When replacing a natural tooth, an implant with a prosthetic restoration is the ultimate solution. A dental implant is a threaded, titanium post that is completely enclosed in the jawbone. The use of titanium is advantageous as it is strong, lightweight, resistant to corrosion, and compatible with the human body. After the implant is healed, an abutment is attached to the internal threading of the implant. This abutment raises above the gums to act as a connector piece between the implant and the restoration. The restoration is the piece that is visible and resembles the natural teeth. It may be one single tooth, a few teeth, or an entire arch of teeth.
PROSTHETIC RESTORATION OPTIONS
The prosthetic restoration looks and functions similar to real teeth. Patients can expect their new restoration to allow them to speak, smile, and eat food as naturally as possible. The type of restoration you need will depend on how many teeth you are missing and where they are located.
If a single tooth is missing or needs removal, a single implant is placed, and a screw retained dental crown is created. Multiple consecutive teeth can be restored with an implant retained dental bridge. Several teeth that are not consecutive may require individual implant crown restorations. An implant retained denture can be used to restore an entire row of missing teeth. No matter what type of restoration you need, it will be custom made to perfectly fit you, ensuring your comfort and a natural appearance.
DENTAL IMPLANTS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Dental implants have been successfully used for over 50 years and are now considered an excellent standard of care for tooth replacement.
Both general dentists and specialty dentists are capable of placing implants. Well-trained general dentists are particularly beneficial as they can handle both the surgical placement of the implant and the prosthetic restoration, providing comprehensive treatment in one office. This approach ensures better coordination between the implant placement and the restoration process. Regardless of the type of dentist you choose, it’s crucial that they have received additional training and stay updated with ongoing education to utilize the latest technologies and techniques effectively.
Dental implants offer unique advantages over other tooth replacement solutions. They provide superior durability and stability by surgically fusing with the bone, mimicking the natural tooth root. This integration helps stimulate the jawbone, preventing bone loss that can occur with missing teeth.
Compared to traditional dental bridges, implants are better for oral health because they do not require cutting away tooth structure from adjacent teeth to support false teeth. Instead, implants support the replacement teeth independently, preserving the integrity of neighboring teeth.
Contact Baltimore Dental Co. in Glyndon, MD to learn more about dental implants. Our helpful staff will assist you with understanding why they are the best solution for tooth loss.