Types of Dental Implants

Losing a tooth can be a traumatic experience, whether it is knocked-out or extracted. Leaving a gap in the teeth after tooth loss is not only aesthetically displeasing, but also incredibly unhealthy. It can lead to orthodontic issues, jaw bone loss, and other serious health problems. Fortunately, our cosmetic dentist offers several ways to replace missing teeth.

Dental implants are considered the best way to fill the gap in the smile left by a lost tooth. This is because of several different benefits they offer. For example, unlike other restorative options, implants are integrated into the jaw bone, meaning it is able to act as a natural tooth.

There are several types of dental implants. Single implants can be placed and allowed to heal over the course of several months. All-on-four implants are used when all or most of the teeth in an arch are missing. This involves four dental implants inserted evenly across the jaw, which are attached to pontics, or artificial teeth. This creates the appearance of a full and brand new smile.

Furthermore, there are Endosteal and Subperiosteal implants. Endosteal are most common, and placed in the jaw bone. Subperiosteal are used for patients of our cosmetic dentist who may have unhealthy jaw bone tissue. They are placed under the gums, but above the jaw.