Implants
Implants are one of the most popular and effective types of prosthetic teeth. If you’re missing a tooth or multiple teeth, implants mimic the appearance and functionality of natural teeth so well that no one will be able to tell the difference. At Southern Ohio Oral & Facial Surgeons, we offer surgical dental implant installation to patients who need to replace a missing tooth or multiple missing teeth.
What Are Implants?
An implant is a post that’s been surgically fused with the jaw. A crown is placed on top to mimic the look and functionality of a real tooth. Implants are color matched to the surrounding teeth, so no one can tell the difference. Of all the types of prosthetic teeth, implants most resemble real teeth and offer the greatest value to patients.
Why Southern Ohio Oral & Facial Surgeons for Implants?
Southern Ohio Oral & Facial surgeons in Chillicothe, OH operate in modern, safe oral surgical facilities and offer a streamlined scheduling service to make the process easy from start to finish. Our dental professionals offer top of the line implant services for patients. We value patient care above everything, to help ensure that your implant installation experience will be a positive one.
Implants Vs. Other Types of Prosthetic Teeth
Unlike some other types of prosthetic teeth, implants have the following qualities:
- Fused with the jaw, just like natural teeth
- Stays in the mouth and is cleaned and flossed like natural teeth
- Can’t slip out of place
What to Expect
Dental implant surgery starts with a metal post that is inserted into the mouth and fused with the jaw. Once the post is fused to the jaw and the site is healed, the crown is screwed into place on the post to resemble a real tooth.
The crown is made from impressions taken of the mouth, to ensure that the crown fits perfectly. Dental implant surgery takes place over multiple procedures, because the bone must heal before the crown can be put into place. Overall, this process can take many months.
Who is a Good Candidate for Dental Implants?
You’re a good candidate for dental implants if you are missing one or several teeth, have good dental hygiene and good oral health. Your oral surgeon will evaluate your jaw bone to ensure that there’s sufficient bone to support an implant.
Habits like smoking and oral health problems like gum disease can create problems that could hinder your ability to get an implant, or prevent the implant from healing properly. Your dentist will discuss this with you following your initial consultation.
Call Today to Find Out More
Dental implants can restore your smile after losing a permanent tooth. You deserve to love your smile, so get started today.
The professionals at Southern Ohio Oral & Facial Surgeons provide excellent patient care and a streamlined, comfortable experience from start to finish. To learn more about dental implants in Chillicothe, OH, call our offices to schedule an initial conversation. Our dental professionals are happy to answer your questions and help you achieve your oral hygiene goals.