Have you or do you know anyone who has lost a tooth or teeth due to an injury, periodontal disease, or trauma. When a patient loses a tooth due to extraction or accident, that is not the final effect of the missing tooth. The gap caused by the missing tooth will cause the adjacent teeth to shift out of the natural position. For example a tooth located above a space, caused by a missing tooth, will move straight up and out of alignment. Additionally, a tooth behind a space, created by a missing tooth, will tilt forward to fill the space incorrectly. These altered arrangements of the teeth can trigger serious difficulties when biting down and chewing causing severe pain and general aching of jaws and ears.
Dr. Netzley now has great options for replacing these indispensable teeth. A dental implant is made to hold a replacement tooth, bridge or dentures, and is an artificial tooth root, that a dental surgeon inserts into the jawbone. The dental implant is an artificial titanium metal root. As the body heals for up to six months after the implant is placed, the tissue surrounding the dental implant combines with the implant. Once the implant is healed, Dr. Netzley performs the restorative component, which may include bridges, crowns, or dentures.
Dental implants are so biologically safe and durable that most patients forget what tooth was missing! Researchers are publishing information supporting the concept that a person's confidence is linked directly to their self-image. They conclude that poor self-image has a huge effect on their perception of themselves, both personally and professionally. If you are hiding your smile due to missing spaces, there is now an opportunity to beautify your smile. If your dentures no longer feel firmly fixed, dental implants can be a solution. This may also be an option for someone who has trouble chewing!
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