If one or more of your teeth have fallen out, you may qualify for dental implants as a way to permanently replace the missing teeth. In order to find out, schedule an appointment with our Rockville dentist office by calling 301-869-7733. At Care Soft Dental, we take the time to explain our procedures and answer all your questions to ensure you are at ease. Dr. Daney is an expert in dental implants. In this post, we will explore a little more of what happens during your dental implants procedure!
What is the process?
At your first consultation appointment, Dr. Daney will examine your mouth and jawbone to determine if the procedure is right for you. Before you can get started, your gums need to be healthy, and your jawbone needs to be strong. If Dr. Daney identifies any cavities or signs of gum disease, this will need to be treated first. Once you are cleared for the procedure, the staff at Care Soft Dental will take an impression of your mouth so that the new teeth can be created in a dental lab. Each tooth will be made to match the size and shape of the surrounding teeth along with having a perfect color match. This way your smile will appear completely natural once done. Patients are delighted with the results since no one can tell the difference between which teeth are real and which ones are synthetic.
The next step in the procedure is to have a metal post implanted under the gum line. This aspect of the procedure is what sets an implant apart from other forms of cosmetic dentistry and Dr. Daney is a true expert at performing the procedure. The metal post is secured to the jawbone in order to create a durable, synthetic root system that rivals the strength of natural roots with one exception – metal can’t become infected. Over the course of a couple of months, the metal post and jawbone will fuse together. This creates a level of durability that cannot be replicated in any other type of procedure.
Afterwards, Dr. Daney will secure the new synthetic tooth to the metal post at the surface of the gums. The new tooth is attached so securely, that patients can eat their favorite foods, maintain an active lifestyle, play sports, and more, without fear of their tooth becoming loose or falling out. Patients throughout MD enjoy the benefits that come from never having to worry about their tooth again.
After the procedure recommendations:
While teeth restored with implants can’t get cavities and don’t decay like a natural tooth, you still must brush, floss and care for it and your surrounding natural teeth and gums in the same manner as natural teeth. Regular professional cleanings and dental check-ups also are essential.
