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Replacing
Lost Teeth?
Dental
Implants may be the answer!
Losing
teeth can have a major impact on your quality of life.
Approximately 10-15% or people across North America have no teeth
and another 40-45% are missing one or more teeth, according to
various studies. If you are missing teeth, they should be replaced
to restore your natural smile, regain your chewing ability, avoid
hampering your speech and prevent any remaining teeth from
shifting.
Many of
these gaps are filled with dentures but these can weaken the bite,
create difficulty in eating and speaking ,and cause discomfort.
Others involving one or just a few teeth can be restored using
bridges which require cutting down adjoining healthy
teeth.
A Reliable
Long-term Foundation
Dental
Implants are often a viable alternative to these, and other
options. A dental implant is a special metal anchor that is
surgically placed into the upper and/or lower jawbone under the gum
line. They can then be used to give firm support to dentures,
crowns and bridges. Your new implant-based dental restorations will
look and feel just like your own natural teeth.
Look Good,
Feel Great!
With
dental implants, there's no need to worry about loose full or
partial dentures or having to remove any remaining healthy tooth
structure. Your new teeth will stay securely in place and they
won't rely on any neighbouring teeth for support. You'll experience
tremendous improvements in you ability to smile, laugh, talk and
chew. You'll feel better about yourself knowing the natural beauty
of your smile is shining through.
Simple,
Clinically Proven System
Step 1 :
Implants placed in the upper and/or lower jawbone. Will remain
covered underneath the gum for approximately two to six month while
bone tissue grows on and around them and holds them firmly in
place.
Step 2 :
Implants uncovered and extensions attached completing foundation
for your new teeth.
Step 3 :
New fixed or patient-removable restoration placed. Your new teeth
will blend naturally with your facial characteristics while
providing support needed for improved function and
confidence.
Dental
Implant Q
and A
Q.What is
a dental implant?
A. A
Dental implant is an artificial tooth root (made of synthetic
material) that is surgically anchored in your jaw to hold a
replacement tooth, bridge or denture in place. Implants are made
from metallic materials that are compatible with body tissue
(similar metal to those used in knee or hip
replacements).
Q. How
long does the process take?
A. Two to
twelve months to complete but each patient heals differently so
times will vary. Your dentist will advise you about projected
timeline and healing process.
Q. How
long will a dental implant last?
A. This
depends on the area in which they were placed but also on the care
that you give them afterwards. With modern techniques and
improved materials, the majority of implants last 10 years or
more.
Q. Will
dental implants reduce jawbone loss?
A. Yes,
implants may reduce jawbone loss in edentulous (missing
all teeth in one or both jaws) patients.
Q. What is
the cost of implants?
A. Since
implants involve surgery and are more involved, they cost more
than traditional dental options. However, some dental procedures
and portions of the restoration may be covered by dental and
medical insurance policies. We can help you with this
process.
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