The Dental Implant Difference
Dental implants don’t rely on crowns, suction, or adhesives to stay in place. Instead, the implant post is inserted into the jaw directly with oral surgery. The implant post is made from titanium, a biocompatible material that bonds with the jaw and as a result, keeps the area intact. This means it can stay in place for decades to come, possibly a lifetime, with proper care and attention. Our team can address a single missing tooth with an implant and crown. But if you have more than one missing tooth, we could offer a prosthetic secured with implant dentistry.
Bridges
If you have a case of two to three missing teeth in a row, then our team could with a bridge. This involves inserting one to two implants into the jaw, and then attaching a custom and lifelike bridge to them. While traditional bridges last about 10 to 15 years, an implant bridge could last far, far longer!
Partials
If you have tooth loss too severe for a bridge, but you still have enough missing teeth that a complete denture is not needed, then we could offer a partial. This contains new teeth set in an acrylic base. When attached, the teeth fit in the gaps in your smile. We could support these with multiple dental implants to keep your jaw from eroding, so you avoid further tooth loss and your new teeth can remain intact and fixed in place for years to come.
Full Smiles
You don’t need a full set for removable dentures that slip when you eat or speak, or that need to be taken out at night for soaking and cleaning. We could instead insert as little as three to four posts into your jaw, and in the same visit, attach a full set of new teeth to them, so you leave with a full and beautiful smile. If you have any questions about how we tackle multiple missing teeth with implant dentistry, then contact our office today to learn more and start your journey to a full smile again!
Discover Implant Dentistry With Dr. James R. Stewart, D.D.S.
If you have lost several natural teeth, we can help and sometimes in only one day! To find out more about how we secure a new and long-lasting smile with implant dentistry, call Dr. James R. Stewart, D.D.S. in Livonia, MI today at 734-425-4400.