Tooth loss is serious. It is vital to replace your missing teeth as soon as possible to avoid alignment problems or other oral health issues. A space where your tooth once was means your other teeth no longer have support and can begin to shift. Gaps left behind from several missing teeth can affect the shape of your face and cause a weakening of the jaw. Keep your healthy, beautiful smile with NE Calgary dental implants or a bridge. These procedures allow full functionality to eat, speak, and maneuver your mouth about normally. Discover the benefits of these restorative dental aids and discover which one is right for you.
Dental Implants – Complete Replacement
WHAT IS A DENTAL IMPLANT?
A dental implant is an artificial structure made from a titanium screw. It is surgically placed in your jawbone where it eventually fuses to serve as your tooth’s root. The implant serves as an anchor for an artificial tooth or attachment of a bridge.
WHY SHOULD YOU GET A DENTAL IMPLANT?
This treatment may be right for you if you:
- Have one or more missing teeth.
- Are overall healthy.
- Have enough bone for the securing of the implant or bone grafting.
- Have a fully grown jawbone.
- Are unable or unwilling to get dentures.
HOW LONG DOES A DENTAL IMPLANT TAKE?
The process for NE Calgary dental implants takes several months to complete but can provide you with a lifetime of support. Much of the time is devoted to healing and waiting for new bone growth. You may need to have bone grafted if your jawbone is too thin or soft to support the implant. This surgical procedure uses bone from another part of your body, a human tissue bank, an animal tissue bank, or synthetic material to add volume and density to your existing jawbone.
DENTAL BRIDGES – CONNECTING YOU TO A FULL SMILE
What is a Dental Bridge?
A dental bridge stretches across a gap in your mouth where one or more teeth are missing. It is secured in place by attaching to the remaining, healthy teeth or a dental implant. When the teeth on either side are healthy, a cap is placed on top of each tooth to hold the bridge in place. If there is only one tooth beside the gap, then a cantilever bridge is used. This structure has wings allowing the bridge to cover the gap. Cantilever bridges are more common for missing front teeth.
WHY SHOULD YOU GET A DENTAL BRIDGE?
A dental bridge can help you if you have:
- One or several missing teeth.
- Healthy tooth structure.
- Healthy gums.
- Positive oral hygiene.
- The desire for a non-surgical procedure.
