As you’re wandering throughout the Pierce Manse, you’re surprised at how well everything has been preserved. It looks like President Pierce could walk through the door at any minute, surely with many heavy things on his mind. You wish your smile had gotten this kind of care. Missing teeth have made it difficult for you to eat, talk, or even smile at people. They are a constant concern, and you’re finally ready to get them fixed, but what is the best way to do it? How can you fix them in such a way that they’ll look just as good as this house does in the years to come? Generations Dental Care knows exactly what your smile needs, and that’s dental implants in Concord.

Why Should You Get Dental Implants?

Missing teeth can lead to a multitude of problems. Along with making eating and talking uncomfortable, they can also affect how your teeth fit together, leading them to crowd into the empty gaps. This is not even mentioning the affect they can have on your confidence and self-esteem. One of the most reliable ways you can restore your missing teeth is with dental implants.

What Are Dental Implants?

Dental implants have a distinct advantage over traditional methods of replacing missing teeth like crowns and bridges because they can restore the entire tooth: root and crown. Other procedures serve to repair the tooth only above the gum line, leaving them vulnerable to further decay and tissue loss. With dental implants, a new titanium root is surgically placed into your gum line. This not only provides a sturdy base for a new tooth, but can also help prevent and even reverse the bone loss common after tooth loss. It is able to do this because titanium is bio-compatible with the human body, meaning once the root has been implanted, the body treats it like a real root and sends nourishing blood to the surrounding area, revitalizing your gums and jaw.

Implants are usually topped with a high-quality porcelain crown to give you a tooth that is both aesthetically pleasing and functionally strong. This tooth will never decay, plus it is non-porous, making it practically stain-proof.  These two elements are held together by a durable metal connector called an abutment.

Dental implants are one of the most versatile ways you can replace your missing teeth, as they can replace a single tooth, support a bridge, or anchor a set of dentures. They have a 98% success rate and can last a lifetime with regular brushing and flossing, just like natural teeth.

What Is The Procedure Like?

When you come in to get dental implants with Generations Dental Care, the procedure involves 3 basic steps:

• The titanium roots will be surgically placed into your jawbone
• You will be given 3-6 months to heal and allow the root to bond to your jaw
• Finally, the new porcelain crown will be attached to the root

While the first part of the procedure involves a small incision in your gums, it can usually be completed with local anesthesia and requires minimal healing time. The 3-6 period is mostly to give the root time to bond with your jaw. Once you have the crown, there will be very little sensation in the implant itself, but you will be able to trust it just like your other teeth.

How Can I Get Dental Implants?

The first step to getting dental implants is to come see us Generations Dental Care. The doctors will give you an evaluation and determine if you are a good candidate for dental implants, or what steps you can take to become one. When you restore your smile, you want it to last the rest of your life. Dental implants can do that for you, so come see us today.