If you are missing some teeth and you often feel self conscious about it, you may be looking into your options for tooth replacement so that you can smile with confidence. You’ll be happy to know then, that false teeth have come a long way in recent years, and there are even options that look and feel the same as your natural teeth.
One option that is becoming more popular is dental implants. Dental implants are the most natural feeling of all tooth replacement options because they use an innovative process that anchors the teeth into the jaw, much like real teeth.
If you are interested in getting Implants at Westfield Oral Surgery, the first thing you need to do is make an appointment with a dentist to make sure that you are even a candidate for the implant surgery. Along with making sure that the surgery itself is a safe procedure for you to go through, your dentist will want to make sure that you have sufficient bone mass to give the implants the best chance for success.
If your dentist gives the go ahead and says you are a good candidate for Implants in Cranford, NJ, keep in mind that it is going to take a large commitment from you to help make the process successful. You will need to follow your dentist’s instructions carefully before and after the surgery, and there may need to be some work done before the procedure, such as treatment for gum disease, in necessary.
The initial surgery will involve placing small titanium rods under the gum line. These rods will eventually become the anchors for the crowns that will become your new teeth, but they need time to fuse with the bone before the crowns can be placed. This process can take four to six months or even longer, so it is important to be patient during the process.
Once the rods have firmly fused to the bone you will have another surgery where the gums will be opened to reveal the rods and the crowns put on. You will then have beautiful new teeth! If it sounds like a procedure you would like to know more about, Click here to make an appointment for a consultation today.
