Dental Implants Bradenton
Have you lost a tooth that you’re now looking to replace? Or do you have several missing teeth that are affecting your day-to-day life? Dental implants may offer the ideal solution for you! At Laser Dentistry Online, we offer dental implants in Bradenton, FL, as a convenient — and permanent — option for tooth replacement.
What Is a Dental Implant?
You might have heard about this solution before. But if not, it’s a long-lasting way to replace teeth or support restorations, like bridges or dentures. Most dental implants include a titanium post, a connecting piece, and a crown, giving you a full tooth replacement that’s anchored in place.
What Are the Benefits of Dental Implants?
Choosing this option comes with multiple advantages over other solutions, like traditional dentures. These benefits include the following:
- Enhances your facial structure
- Improves speaking and chewing
- Offers a durable and long-lasting solution
- Provides a natural appearance
- Stops bone loss
- Offers a simple solution with no special care required
- Secures artificial teeth in place
- Allows you to enjoy your usual foods
What Are Different Implant Types?
Dental implants aren’t all the same. They’re available in various types to suit different situations, such as replacing one tooth vs. replacing multiple teeth or posts that are placed on the gums rather than inside the jawbone. Here’s a closer look at several types.
Single-tooth Implants
These are just as they sound — implants made to replace one tooth. You might choose this option if you only have one or a couple of teeth that are missing, not several.
All-on-4 or All-on-X
These implants are designed for efficiency, allowing you to replace multiple missing teeth on one or more arches. Instead of having a single post for every artificial tooth, these have strategically placed posts that support an arch.
Implant-Supported Dentures and Bridges
Did you know that you can get dentures and dental implants? Traditional dentures are removable structures. But implant-supported dentures have posts holding them in place. You can also get bridges that have implant support.
Mini Implants
These are sometimes used to make dentures more stable. They’re smaller than traditional implants and have a less invasive process, making them more suitable if you don’t have enough jawbone. They might also be an option to consider for replacing a single tooth.
Endosteal Implants
You may not recognize the name — but these are the traditional dental implants that many people have. They include a post placed in your jawbone tissue to hold a tooth replacement steady.
Subperiosteal Implants
Not everyone has enough bone for endosteal implants. That’s when subperiosteal implants are sometimes used, since they have posts placed on or just below gum tissue, rather than jaw tissue.
When to Consider Getting a Dental Implant
A missing tooth can have a big impact on your life. It might make you feel self-conscious if it’s a visible gap or cause functional difficulties, like trouble chewing, if it’s toward the back of your mouth. Replacing it with a dental implant helps prevent these issues, allowing you to smile, speak, and chew with confidence!
Are You a Good Candidate?
Many people can get implants without any issues. But certain factors may affect your ability to choose this option. Suitable candidates for implants need:
- Adequate jawbone
- Healthy gums
- Good oral health overall
- No underlying health conditions that affect healing
Note that if any of these apply to you, there are ways to resolve some of these issues. We can provide cleanings and other care to improve your oral health or address gum problems. If you don’t have enough jawbone, we can do bone grafting.
What Should You Expect During This Process?
The specific steps may vary based on implant type. For traditional implants, the process includes having a post placed in the jaw and giving it time to heal. That can take many weeks to accomplish.
While waiting for healing to occur, we take impressions of your teeth and have a crown made. When the post is fused to bone tissue, we place the connecting piece and custom-made tooth replacement on.
How Long Does a Dental Implant Last?
The post itself may last a lifetime — making it a permanent way to replace a tooth. But crowns or other artificial teeth can loosen or break, requiring you to have them replaced.
How Do You Take Care of Them?
They don’t really need any special care. That’s part of the appeal of implants! You can eat what you want and just brush daily. We also recommend routine cleanings and exams to check on your implants.
Why Choose Us for Dental Implants?
At Laser Dentistry Online, we know how ideal this option is for replacing teeth. When you choose us, you can expect the following:
- Simple process that’s as pain-free as possible
- Affordable payment options, such as flexible monthly payments
- Advanced techniques that our board-certified implant surgeon performs
FAQs on Dental Implants
Who can’t get them?
You may not be a suitable candidate for implants if you smoke or have certain medical conditions. Our team can suggest other options for you instead.
Why are they better for your oral health?
Having implants makes it easier to keep your teeth and gums healthy and clean, keeping bacteria and decay at bay.
Do they cost a lot?
Prices vary for implants. But we offer payment plans that help make them affordable for many patients.
Does the implant process hurt?
No, we use anesthetics to numb the area before inserting the post in your jaw. You might have slight discomfort at first as your jaw heals.
Do dental implants look natural?
Yes! The custom crowns that replace your teeth are made to appear natural and blend with your other teeth.
Are they permanent?
The post is durable enough to last for many years. But you might need to replace your crown over time if it becomes damaged.
Set Up a Dental Implant Consultation!
Wondering if this is your best option for tooth replacement? Our dental team at Laser Dentistry Online can help you determine if you should choose dental implants in Bradenton, FL, to replace one or more missing teeth. We offer different types to fit different budgets and lifestyles!
