Dental implants have replaced fixed bridges and partial dentures as the preferred option for tooth replacements. The doctor surgically places titanium implants into the jawbone to serve as a solid foundation for permanent replacement teeth, eliminating the negative aspects of bridges and removable dentures.
Dental implants are an option for most people at some point in their lives. Approximately two out of three adults older than age 35 have lost at least one tooth to injury, decay or gum disease, while about a quarter of all adults have lost all of their permanent teeth by age 74.
Properly integrated dental implants do not slip or make the embarrassing noises common with removable dentures. Dental implants prevent bone loss by providing stimulation for the jawbone, and their titanium composition makes them resistant to decay and a better option for long-term success.
Dental implants offer a natural look and feel, creating beautiful smiles that are as functional as they are attractive.
Additional benefits of dental implants include: