Tooth loss could impact everything from how you eat to how clearly you speak, and you could develop an older appearance too. Which is why you need a prosthetic to address your missing teeth. For a stable and long-lasting solution to tooth loss, your Sheridan, WY, dentist could offer dental implants.
When to Seek Treatment
You should see us when you lose a tooth, even a single tooth. When we lose natural teeth, this could impact the health, function, and beauty of our smiles. As teeth shift due to the gaps in the smile this could lead to discomfort and increase the risk of tooth decay and gum disease. You could also be more vulnerable to TMJ disorder and bruxism (teeth grinding) due to the changes in bite balance. As the body suspends the flow of calcium and phosphates to the areas around missing tooth roots, the risk of an aged appearance increases as well. But we can help you avoid these complications by securing new teeth with dental implants.
Supporting Your New Teeth
First, our team will take a close look at your jaw with digital x-rays, so we can choose the best position to place your dental implants and ensure your jaw can support new teeth. Once we do, the next step is to carefully insert them into the jaw at specific angles and positions, guiding the process with digital technology. Once your new roots are in place, our team will connect abutments to the posts. For an individual tooth replacement, we will connect a crown to the new roots. If you have multiple missing teeth, then several posts could be used to support a bridge, partial, or a full set of dentures.
Long-Term Benefits
Since the posts act as new roots, this means they can stay in place for decades to come. This is because their placement halts the loss of jawbone tissues, allowing your jaw ridge to stay strong and your new teeth to remain in place and avoid the need for replacement. As a result, your new teeth could last for decades to come, possibly even a lifetime. Dental implants also make it possible to eat your favorite foods again and smile with confidence!
If you have any questions about handing your minor or severe tooth loss with dental implants, then contact our team today to learn more. We want to help you obtain a complete smile this summer!
Speak With Your Sheridan, WY Dentist About Implant Dentistry
Whether you have one or several missing teeth, we can help with dental implants. To find out how we support your new teeth, then reach out to Grinnell Street Dental in Sheridan, WY at 307-672-7567.
