Tooth loss is a common dental problem, though ignoring it can cause additional problems. Fortunately, missing teeth can be replaced, and advancements in dentistry have greatly improved how we can do this.
Using a dental implant, we can rebuild the tooth from the base, providing you with a firm, stabilized individual tooth or as part of replacing multiple teeth.
At Advanced Dental Associates, we can help you decide on the treatment plan that fits your needs for replacing teeth; there are many options, including replacing your missing teeth with a single-tooth dental implant in San Antonio, TX.
We offer an array of implant dentistry solutions for new and existing patients in San Antonio, Texas.
Single Tooth Dental Implants in San Antonio, TX
A dental implant is a significant upgrade in tooth replacement. This is because it’s more than a replacement; it’s a complete reconstruction of the structure.
Implants work differently than other false teeth. With your dental implant, we rebuild the root of the tooth, making a direct connection with the jaw bone. The results are a healthier option for your entire mouth.
Am I a candidate for dental implants?
Most patients are candidates, though some preparatory work may need to occur before surgery. We require that patients have healthy tissue and no disease or infection present. We also need patients to be able to heal appropriately.
Some conditions can limit healing, including patients who smoke, patients taking certain medications, patients with uncontrolled diabetes, and patients undergoing cancer treatment.
These conditions do not exclude you as a candidate but may require some steps before surgery. If you are interested in finding out if you are a good candidate, we can help.
Multiple Tooth Implants
If multiple missing teeth lower your confidence and diminish your smile’s aesthetic appeal, consider getting multiple tooth implants. They offer a permanent and durable solution to all those who want to restore their jaw’s full functionality and enhance the appearance of their smile.
The multiple-tooth implant procedure follows the same timeline as a single-tooth implant procedure, and the steps are broadly the same—with only a few differences.
Is a Bone Graft Always Necessary?
Bone grafting is not always necessary for dental implants. If your teeth are replaced soon after tooth loss, and your jawbone is still fairly strong, this additional procedure may not be necessary.
Bone grafting is recommended for those who have suffered bone loss and may not have the strength to support the posts placed within their jawbone.
Additionally, permanently fixing your denture to your jaw using the All on 4 Treatment Concept does not require a bone graft, even if you have been wearing dentures for years.
This is because this system uses longer implants designed to reach the thicker bone, and they are placed at an angle to capture even more bone material when placed.
A Permanent Solution
You may have heard that dental implants are a permanent solution for tooth loss. This is possible because of the actual implant posts themselves. The posts act as artificial roots.
Your new tooth root stimulates your jawbone just like the roots of your real teeth, which helps keep the bone healthy and strong. This also prevents bone loss. No traditional tooth replacement solution can do this.
Dental implants provide you with an additional option for replacing missing teeth.
If you want to find out if this unique treatment is right for you, contact Advanced Dental Associates at (210) 655-2753 today.