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Restore Your Smile With Dental Implants
Having missing or decaying teeth can affect both your appearance and oral function. At the office of West Towson Dental we provide dental implants to enhance your smile's look and functionality. Our goal is to create a streamlined process for tooth replacement by performing pretreatments in-house and managing the placement and restoration of your implants. Our team is dedicated to helping you achieve the smile you've always wanted.
We offer various dental implant options, from single-tooth crowns to full dentures, allowing you to receive the personalized care you need. We take the time to understand your goals for your smile and create a tailored treatment plan designed to exceed those expectations. If you're looking for dental implants in Towson, call us today!
What Are Implant Teeth?
Dental implants are artificial tooth roots surgically placed into your jawbone to mimic the function and appearance of your natural teeth. They consist of three main parts: the post, which is a titanium rod acting as the artificial root; the abutment, a connector that sits on top of the post and holds the restoration in place; and the restoration itself, which is the visible portion acting as your new tooth. Reasons you may need a dental implant include:
- Tooth Loss and Functionality: Dental implants effectively replace missing teeth due to decay, injury, or periodontal disease, allowing you to regain your ability to chew and speak properly.
- Bone Support and Preservation: Implants stimulate the jawbone, helping to maintain its density and prevent deterioration that often occurs after tooth loss, enhancing the structural integrity of your smile.
- Enhanced Appearance: With their natural look, dental implants can significantly improve your smile, restoring confidence in your appearance.
Our Dental Implant Options
Our dentist offers a variety of tooth replacement options to fit your needs and lifestyle. Whether you're dealing with a single missing tooth or several, we have solutions to restore both function and aesthetics. Our dental implant options include:
Crowns
Custom-made to replace a single missing tooth, securely attached to the implant post for a natural appearance and function.
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Bridges
Designed to replace multiple adjacent missing teeth, anchored by dental implants on either side for stability and support.
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Full Dentures
Used to replace entire arches of teeth, these dentures are supported by implants, providing a secure fit and enhanced functionality for improved comfort and confidence.
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Pretreatments for Implant Teeth
Our dentist performs pretreatments in the office to streamline your dental implant process. While our top priority is always to save your natural tooth, we will extract it if significant damage or decay has occurred to make room for your implant. If there's insufficient bone to support the implant, we can perform a bone graft, adding material to enhance the structure and strength of your jaw. Additionally, sinus lifts may be done to create more space in the upper jaw for optimal implant placement. Each procedure is carefully designed to prepare your mouth for a successful tooth replacement experience.
Our Tooth Replacement Process
We begin our dental implant process with a comprehensive consultation, where our dentist evaluates your oral health and discusses your goals for tooth replacement. This initial appointment enables us to develop a treatment plan tailored to your unique needs while considering every aspect of your oral health.
Once your plan is established, we will perform any necessary pretreatments, such as extractions or bone grafts, to prepare your mouth for the implants. After these preparations, our dentist surgically places the implant post into your jawbone, providing a stable foundation for your new tooth. This stage is crucial for the long-term success of the implant.
Following the placement, a healing period allows the implant to integrate with the bone for optimal stability. Once healing is complete, our dentist will attach the abutment. Finally, your custom-made restoration is placed on top, restoring the aesthetics and function of your smile. Throughout the entire process, our team is dedicated to providing care and support to make your experience as comfortable as possible while you work toward achieving your ideal smile.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dental Implants
We understand dental implants may seem intimidating and leave you with questions. Our experienced team is ready to answer your questions and guide you throughout your treatment. Common dental implant questions include: