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Dental Implants Q&A
What are dental implants?
Dental implants are metal tooth roots that anchor artificial teeth, including crowns, bridges, or dentures. The implants ensure a full set of natural-looking teeth and the gorgeous smile you deserve with little downtime and a low risk of compilations.
Seattle Dentists providers are highly skilled at placing dental implants and provide smile makeovers when you need more than one type of cosmetic or restorative dental solution.
Which benefits do dental implants offer?
Dental implants provide an array of benefits, including an aesthetically pleasing smile and teeth that are:
- Whiter
- Brighter
- Even-shaped
- Beautiful
- Stronger
- Long-lasting
- Natural-looking
Dental implants can replace missing permanent teeth or teeth that require extraction due to severe decay, gum disease, or damage. Implants may improve the shape of your face, make chewing and clear speech easier, and reduce jaw bone loss. Ultimately, they can give you a greater sense of self-confidence.
Are dental implants right for me?
To determine if you’re a candidate for dental implants and which implants are best, a dentist examines your gums and teeth, discusses your oral health history and dental goals, and reviews the results of your recent dental X-rays. They take additional X-rays if needed to determine the most appropriate treatment plan.
Some patients require a bone grafting procedure or tooth extraction before they receive dental implants. Your provider tailors each treatment to your personalized needs.
What should I expect when receiving dental implants?
During dental implant placement, your dentist numbs the treatment area to avoid any discomfort and inserts a metal post into your jawbone. After the bone heals and secures the implant in place, you can return to the office to receive a crown, bridge, or denture to fill in the gap left by the missing or extracted permanent tooth.
What happens after receiving dental implants?
After you receive dental implants, it’s important to take good care of them to ensure your new smile lasts a long time, even a lifetime. Call the Seattle Dentists office any time you have questions or if your implants get damaged.
To care for your teeth properly, brush them after eating, floss every day, and avoid chewing on ice or other hard objects. Visit Seattle Dentists at least every six months for dental cleanings and exams.
Schedule a dental implant consultation at Seattle Dentists by phone or request one online today.