Dental implants are stronger and more durable than their restorative counterparts such as bridges, partials and dentures. And from an esthetic standpoint, they look and feel more natural, some of which is due to the progress made in their biocompatible development. Implants offer the patient a permanent solution to tooth and continued bone loss. Additionally, implants may be used in conjunction with other restorative procedures for maximum effectiveness in that a single implant may serve to support a dental crown replacing a single missing tooth. Implants can also be used to support a dental bridge for the replacement of multiple missing teeth, and can be used with complete dentures, both standard and mini implants to increase stability and preserve bone structure.
Procedural advancements, including the development of the above mentioned "mini" implants, mean that a larger population than ever before are finding themselves candidates for dental implants. While application and candidacy for implantation varies on a case by case basis, meaning that your dentist needs to determine the viability of implants as it applies to your actual bone structure. Keep in mind, a general dentist may perform the crown and bridge placement that is associated with implant restorations, prosthodontists are the ADA sanctioned specialists who have received post-doctorate training are most often your best bet for the successful completion of this type of technique sensitive procedure. If we can ever be of help please don’t hesitate to call or comment so we can answer your questions.
Novy Scheinfeld, DDS, PC
290 Carpenter Drive, 200AAtlanta (Sandy Springs), GA 30328
404-256-3620
receptionist@rightsmilecenter.com
http://www.rightsmilecenter.com/
Related articles
· Dentist Roswell: What you probably don't know about Cosmetic Dentists (therightsmile.wordpress.com)
· Dentist Roswell: Why you might be better off seeing a Prosthodontist (therightsmile.wordpress.com)
Interesting article, I will pass it along to my Dentist San Antonio.
ReplyDeleteDental implants are artificial tooth replacements that were first developed half a century ago by a Swedish scientist named Per-Ingvar Branemark. Implants arose from the patient's need to secure loose-fitting dentures. Since the advent of the implant, engineering and enhancements to the implant have enabled dentists to expand the implant's usefulness, including the replacement of missing or lost teeth. Today, implant techniques provide a wide range of tooth replacement solutions including:
ReplyDeleteSingle Tooth Replacement
Anterior Replacement
Posterior Replacement
Full Upper Replacement