Having one or more missing teeth can have a serious effect not only on your smile, but also on your dental health. Specifically, missing teeth can cause a shift in the alignment of your teeth and can lead to Temporomandibular Joint Disorder (TMJ).
Dental implants are a permanent and appealing solution to replace missing or damaged teeth. They are significantly stronger than other alternatives like bridges or dentures and are more conservative since no additional teeth need to be altered to place the new tooth.
The entire implant process is performed over the course of a few months. The first part of the process is to place the implant itself – multiple implants can be placed at once if necessary. After placement, the implant must be allowed about 3-6 months to heal. During this healing time you can have temporary restorations so that you can eat and speak normally and maintain a proper aesthetic appearance for your smile. Finally, the permanent restorations are placed and with small adjustments we will make sure that your new dental implants will feel just like your natural teeth.
This procedure is relatively simple and is effective in almost all cases, so there’s no need to put off restoring that great smile. As with all our dental services, you’ll be treated with the nurturing care and professionalism that embodies Bay Dental’s practice. We’ll make sure that you’re kept comfortable and informed throughout the implant process and will always be available to address any questions or concerned.
Call us today at (866) BAY-DENTAL for your complimentary implant consultation.