Dr. Katia Mortazavinia of Elite Family Dentistry in Mesa, AZ, helps patients smile by placing dental implants. Dental implants replace missing teeth and restore smiles!
Dental Implants
If you have missing teeth, dental implants could be the solution for you. Dental implants are a great solution to tooth loss because they are as strong as and are designed to blend in with your natural teeth. Implants are made from a screw-like titanium post that is implanted into the jaw bone and a ceramic crown that sits on top and acts as an artificial tooth. Implants can also replace multiple teeth with a bridge implant. Two posts are implanted and a custom crown that looks like multiple teeth fills the gap.
Leaving missing teeth missing causes additional dental problems. When you're missing a tooth, it can cause problems with eating and speaking, and leaving the jaw bone exposed can weaken it over time. It's best to replace missing teeth for the health of your mouth and to keep your smile beautiful!
Getting a dental implant
The process of getting a dental implant takes several weeks but leaves you with a strong and beautiful tooth replacement. During a minor surgery, the titanium post is implanted in the jaw bone. You are numb during this minor procedure and shouldn't feel discomfort. After the initial surgery, there is a healing period of several weeks during which you wear a temporary tooth cap and your custom crown is fabricated. During this healing period, a process called osseointegration takes place. Your jaw bone heals around and fuses to the implant, making it strong. At a final appointment, your permanent crown is placed and you leave with a new tooth!
To care for your dental implants, keep taking great care of your teeth by brushing twice a day and flossing at least once a day. Floss in the area of the implant and remove all debris from around the crown. If you grind your teeth at night, your dentist will recommend a nightguard to protect the new crown.
Dental implants could be the solution for you if you have missing teeth. Dr. Katia Mortazavinia of Elite Family Dentistry can help fill that gap in your smile! Contact us for an appointment in Mesa, AZ, at (480) 265-8702.