Dental Implants
No one wants to lose a tooth, but many patients might be surprised at how pervasive this can be. A missing tooth can impact what you eat, how you speak, your appearance, and even your self-esteem.
It's normal to feel embarrassed by a gap in your smile, but Wamego patients can feel relieved knowing there are multiple options to keep them happy and smiling.
Outside of these surface concerns are negative changes that we may not even be aware of, including teeth shifting or bone recession.
Without a root to anchor your jaw bone, it can actually start to recede. On top of that, the teeth near the missing tooth may begin to shift, which can change the alignment of your bite and lead to tooth loss.
Only a dental implant can genuinely restore your root, which stimulates bone growth and keeps your smile healthy. Without this artificial tooth root, your face can start to sag, which can age patients (which no one wants).
At Wamego Dental Center, Drs. Paul Harris, Andrea Harris and, Kyung Ha Kim and their exceptional dental staff understand how complicated a missing tooth can be. While many tooth replacement options are effective, only dental implants restore your root.
If you are considering a tooth-replacement option that can last for decades, give us a call at (785) 456-2330 to talk to us about dental implants.
What Are Dental Implants?
Dental implants are very thin, biocompatible titanium posts that fuse to your jawbone. The dental materials that make up the dental implant allow your bone to bind and grow with the implant.
Patients can use dental implants to replace one or multiple teeth; they can also be used to support dentures or bridges.
How Dental Implants Restore Your Smile
While there are many tooth replacement options, only dental implants are a permanent solution. They function, look, and feel just like natural teeth, and patients never have to worry about them slipping or falling out.
The titanium in the implant is biocompatible and fuses with your jawbone over time. This allows us to prevent further tooth loss, embarrassing slipping or falling out of the dental prosthetic, and restores bone health.
A process called osseointegration allows your dental implant to fuse with your jaw bone so we can place your new dental crown. Our dentist custom fabricates your dental crown so that it blends in seamlessly with your smile and feels comfortable. Best of all, it restores your ability to eat, chew, and smile widely.
Call Us to Learn More About Dental Implants
It's natural to feel embarrassed by a less than perfect smile, but that's why we're here. It's our job to make your smile look better and allow you to chew even the most challenging foods.
If you are missing one or multiple teeth, you may be the perfect candidate for dental implants as a permanent tooth replacement process. We want to give you back a complete smile, and dental impacts can last for decades.
If you are interested in learning more about dental implants, give our Wamego, KS dental office a call.
