Dental Implants
Dental implants can now be placed and restored in Wagga Wagga at Green Apple Dentistry thanks to the expertise provided by Dr. Ajay Nanaiah.
WHAT IS A DENTAL IMPLANT?
A dental implant is an artificial tooth root that is placed into your jaw to hold a replacement tooth or bridge. Dental implants are an ideal option for people in good general oral health who have lost a tooth or teeth due to periodontal disease, an injury, or some other reason.
WHAT CAN DENTAL IMPLANTS DO?
Replace one or more teeth without affecting bordering teeth.
Support a bridge and eliminate the need for a removable partial denture.
Provide support for a denture, making it more secure and comfortable.
ADVANTAGES OF DENTAL IMPLANTS OVER DENTURES OR A BRIDGE
Aesthetic
Dental implants look and feel like your own teeth. Since dental implants integrate into the structure of your bone, they prevent the bone loss and gum recession that often accompany bridgework and dentures. No one will ever know that you have a replacement tooth.
Tooth-saving
Dental implants don’t sacrifice the quality of your adjacent teeth like a bridge does because neighbouring teeth are not altered to support the implant. More of your own teeth are left untouched, a significant long-term benefit to your oral health.
Confidence
Dental implants will allow you to once again speak and eat with comfort and confidence. They are secure and offer freedom from the clicks and wobbles of dentures. They’ll allow you to say goodbye to worries about misplaced dentures and messy pastes and glues.
Reliable
The success rate of dental implants is highly predictable. They are considered an excellent option for tooth replacement.
ARE YOU A CANDIDATE FOR DENTAL IMPLANTS?
The ideal candidate for a dental implant is in good general and oral health. Adequate bone in your jaw is needed to support the implant, and the best candidates have healthy gum tissues that are free of periodontal disease.
WHAT IS TREATMENT LIKE?
This procedure is a team effort between you, your dentist and the implant surgeon. Your dentist and surgeon will consult with you to determine where and how your implant should be placed. Depending on your specific condition and the type of implant chosen, a treatment plan tailored to your needs will be made.
REPLACING A SINGLE TOOTH
If you are missing a single tooth, one implant and a crown can replace it. A dental implant replaces both the lost natural tooth and its root.
REPLACING SEVERAL TEETH
If you are missing several teeth, implant-supported bridges can replace them. Dental implants will replace both your lost natural teeth and some of the roots.
REPLACING ALL OF YOUR TEETH
If you are missing all of your teeth, an implant-supported full bridge or full denture can replace them. Dental implants will replace both your lost natural teeth and some of the roots.
RIDGE MODIFICATION
Deformities in the upper or lower jaw can leave you with inadequate bone in which to place dental implants. To correct the problem, the gum is lifted away from the ridge to expose the bony defect. The defect is then filled with bone or bone substitute to build up the ridge. Ridge modification has been shown to greatly improve appearance and increase your chances for successful implants that can last for years to come.
WHAT CAN I EXPECT AFTER TREATMENT?
As you know, your own teeth require conscientious at-home oral care and regular dental visits. Dental implants are like your own teeth and will require the same care. In order to keep your implant clean and plaque-free, brushing and flossing still apply.
After treatment, your dentist and hygienist will work closely with you to develop the best care plan for you. Periodic follow-up visits will be scheduled to monitor your implant, teeth and gums to make sure they are healthy.
If you are interested in dental implant treatment, please speak to your dentist or hygienist to request more information.
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