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Tooth Replacement Options

What Is a Dental Implant?

Dental Implant Placement in the 77627 Area

At Nederland Family Dental, our dentists are highly skilled in implant dentistry, including implant placement and restoration. We place dental implants here at our Nederland dental office, and we continue to achieve high success rates and patient satisfaction with our personalized treatments. Your implant dentist in Nederland received specialized training in dental implant placement procedures and stays up-to-date on the latest developments in the field.

Before placing your dental implants, we determine if you're a good candidate so you can get the most out of your new and improved smile. Most patients qualify for dental implants, but some medical conditions and medications can make dental implant placement more challenging. If you have a good bill of health, our team at Nederland Family Dental will make sure you're safe, comfortable, and relaxed before, during, and after your procedure.

Regarding Dental Implant Restoration

Once your dental implant heals, we prepare it for a dental crown or other restoration. We co-design your custom restoration with a highly skilled and trusted dental lab. To ensure a beautiful and comfortable fit, we check the prosthesis's size, shape, and shade, so it complements your facial features and seamlessly blends in with your smile.

After placing your custom restoration, your dental implant is ready for action. Now, you can chew, talk, smile, and laugh with renewed confidence and comfort! Your dental implants can last for several years with proper oral hygiene and preventive dental care.

Am I a Good Candidate for Dental Implants?

If you have a single missing tooth or multiple missing teeth, you might benefit from dental implants. Other tooth replacement options include dentures or bridges, but they may not be optimal for you.

When a tooth is missing for a long time, the jawbone starts to recede. This lack of stability might have prevented patients from getting the procedure in the past. However, we now have surgeries and processes to reconstruct the bone, making it viable for dental implants.

Benefits and Advantages of Dental Implants

There are many benefits to dental implants, including:

#1 Dental implants look, feel, and function like natural teeth.

One of the most popular advantages of a dental implant is that it allows patients to enjoy their favorite foods. Your biting capacity is restored to full power. Once they get used to it, many patients can't even tell the difference between their natural teeth and implants. They can eat, bite, chew, speak, and smile without issues.

#2 With proper maintenance, dental implants can last a lifetime.

A dental bridge can last around ten years or so, and dentures are around the same time frame. Dental implants, however, can last a lifetime. An implant is made from biocompatible, non-toxic titanium post and naturally fuses with the jawbone. It makes for a sturdy replacement tooth.

#3 Dental implants stimulate bone growth.

Over time, when a tooth is missing, the jaw bone starts to deteriorate due to a lack of stimulation. It can quickly lose volume without a tooth root, creating a sunken appearance that ages your appearance. No other tooth replacement can stop bone loss since others lay on top of the gum line. Because the dental implant replaces the entire tooth root, it restores chewing capacity and allows for natural bone growth.

#4 Dental implants prevent teeth from shifting.

When there is a space in your smile, the neighboring teeth will start to shift towards it to help with biting. This misaligns your teeth and your bite, which affects your chewing capacity and appearance. This can lead to further tooth loss and can make tooth replacement difficult.

When your bite is misaligned, other dental issues are created, like problems with your TMJ (temporomandibular joint)—which can often be painful.

#5 Dental implants can prevent gum disease.

A gap can act as a food trap for food particles and bacteria and can lead to gum disease.

#6 Dental implants can prevent premature aging.

One of the most unfortunate side effects of bone loss is facial sagging. The lower part of the face collapses in on itself, closing the distance between the nose and the chin.

You might also experience an excess of wrinkles around the mouth and thinner lips––all points that can make you appear older.

Dental Implant Care and Maintenance

Dental implants are easy to clean and maintain because you can brush and floss them as you usually do for natural teeth. Implant bridges may require some special products that make oral hygiene easier. However, your dental implants are permanent and stable, meaning you can care for them like your natural teeth. This includes seeing your dentist for routine preventive exams and cleanings. 

Implant-Supported Dentures in Nederland, TX

If you want extra stability and reduce bone loss, we offer implant-supported dentures. This type of denture secures your denture in place so you can speak, eat, and socialize without worry or discomfort.

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