Losing one tooth could not only cause embarrassment, but start a cascade of oral complications that eventually leads to further tooth loss! For a secure and long-lasting solution for one missing tooth, your Livonia, MI, dentist may suggest a dental implant and crown. In today’s blog, we’re going to look at how we create and place an individual dental implant.
Don’t Underestimate the Threat of One Missing Tooth
Even if you lose a single tooth, lack of treatment could mean complications. For example, surrounding teeth may actually move slightly from position, as the gap leads to dental misalignment. Poor alignment alone is often a factor in the onset of tooth decay and gum disease. The changes to the position of your teeth and your bite balance could also strain your jaw joints, boosting the chances of complications like TMJ disorder or chronic teeth grinding. For others, the lack of a tooth root could mean the body stops sending calcium and phosphorus to the jawbone, causing it to break down. Over time, this means further tooth loss and worsening complications.
Placing Your Dental Implant Post
First, we’re going to examine your smile carefully to identify any underlying oral health issues that require attention. We will also make sure your jawbone is strong enough to receive a dental implant post. We then used advanced technology to guide the new tooth root into place, ensuring the optimal position to absorb daily bite forces and pressure. Now, we’re ready to talk restoration.
Crafting a Custom Restoration
The restoration is the visible portion of your tooth, the part people see when you smile and the part that helps you chew your food. We attach an abutment to the implant posts, and the attach a custom-made crown to the abutment. The crown will be made from strong materials that can also be tinted to blend with the rest of your smile. You will be able to smile with confidence and enjoy your favorite meals again! We also have options to address more advanced cases of tooth loss, supporting implant bridges and dentures. If you have any questions about the process of placing and restoring a single tooth dental implant, or if you want to learn how to avoid tooth loss, then contact our team today. We want patients in our community to enjoy while, healthy, and stunning smiles!
DO YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT OUR REPLACEMENT OPTIONS?
We want to help you continue to enjoy a full and functional smile for many years to come. To learn more about preserving the stability and beauty of your smile, then call James Stewart, DDS, dental implant office in Livonia, MI, at (734) 425-4400. We also serve the residents of Farmington, Plymouth, Dearborn Heights, and all surrounding communities.
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