Single Tooth Dental Implants

If you have a single missing tooth, you’ve likely experienced dental trauma or have suffered decay. You’re probably also considering having your tooth replaced. Here’s why dental implants are the best choice modern dentistry has to offer for teeth replacement.

When even a single tooth is lost, regardless of the reason, three major consequences occur:
 
1. Patients have a harder time with normal dental functions, such as chewing properly and speaking clearly.

2. The patient’s existing teeth can move out of place towards the gap. This may make orthodontic care necessary to straighten teeth before a restoration can be provided.

3. Jawbone goes through the process of resorption, where hard tissues deteriorate and shrink. When this occurs, the jawbone becomes weak and can no longer support teeth or a traditional implant.
Once these occur, the patient’s appearance begins to suffer as well, showing early signs of aging and impacting overall facial features.

Why Choose Dental Implants for Single Teeth Replacement

Replacing a tooth with a dental implant completely prevents the domino effect caused by one missing tooth. Dental implants are the most comprehensive replacement method, from the root to the crown.
If a tooth is severely decayed and requires an extraction, or if an individual suffered an accident that has lead to a knocked-out tooth, receiving a dental implant can completely restore dental functionality and appearance.

A dental implant prevents resorption and shifting dental alignment. By placing an implant post inside the socket formerly occupied by the missing tooth, your jawbone and surrounding teeth gain the support necessary for structural integrity. Furthermore, the titanium material of the implant post, or root portion of the implant, naturally fuses with bone and works to support replacement teeth. A dental implant can be just as stable, if not more stable, as a natural tooth.

Should dental implant restorations become damaged, replacement is as easy as changing out a crown. Dental implants allow patients the flexibility of a reliable restoration and the durability of a permanent tooth.

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To find out more about why dental implants are the best way to replace a missing tooth, call Primo Smiles to schedule your appointment with our implant dentist today!