Have you experienced tooth loss? If so, it’s time to schedule a consultation with our dental implant dentist in East Grand Rapids, MI. During your appointment, Dr. Elias will help you determine if you’re a candidate for dental implants and develop a custom treatment plan that’s tailored to your unique needs.
Here’s what you need to know about the dental implant procedure.
What is a Dental Implant?
A is a prosthetic tooth root made out of a titanium alloy. Once you’ve healed from the initial procedure, our dentist will cover the implant with a dental crown to give you the full function and appearance of a natural tooth. The crown will be custom made to match the rest of your smile. That way, no one will know you ever lost a tooth in the first place. Dental implants are fused to your jawbone to mimic a natural tooth root and prevent bone loss.
What are the Benefits of Dental Implants?
When your body senses it has lost a tooth, it will begin to absorb the nutrients from that spot in your jaw to use elsewhere in your body. However, because your fuses to your jawbone, your body thinks it still has a tooth there.
Dental implants have a number of other benefits. Unlike dentures, there’s no chance of slipping, no removing them, and they’re generally more comfortable because of this. They’re also unlike dental bridges because they don’t affect adjacent teeth. They require no special maintenance, just the regular twice daily brushing and once daily flossing.
One of the biggest benefits of dental implants is their main purpose: they replace missing teeth. Dental implants help you eat and speak more effectively. This way you don’t miss out on any nutrition, you don’t avoid eating certain foods, and you’re more able to properly pronounce words and avoid miscommunicating.
Am I a Candidate for Dental Implants?
A good candidate for dental implants has enough bone density to effectively fuse with the implant, an unimpeded immune system, and a generally healthy mouth. Dental implants may not be the best option for individuals who smoke heavily, have chronic conditions, or pre-existing oral problems. However, it’s always important to discuss all the options with our dental implant dentist in East Grand Rapids, MI.
Schedule a Dental Implant Consultation
Ready to take the next step? Our dental implant dentist in East Grand Rapids, MI, is accepting new patients and would be more than happy to help you explore your tooth replacement options. To schedule a dental implant consultation, please call Richard Elias III DDS at (616) 458-2048. You may also fill out our online contact form and someone from our team will reach out to you soon.
