People lose teeth all the time, sometimes through trauma, periodontal disease or old age. Whatever the reason, the teeth need to be replaced for functionality and aesthetic reasons. Dental implants have become a popular treatment option for the replacement of teeth as they provide a long-term solution. Here is a bit of information to read into before contacting a specialist in Glenview.
How do Dental Implants Work?
Dental implants are frames that positioned surgically into the jawbone under the gums. Once they have been placed, dentists can then add replacement teeth onto them.
The dental implants provide support for the replacement teeth, and this way, dentures, and bridges placed on the implants do not skip or shift. This is important for basic tasks such as eating and speaking. They as well make the dentures feel more natural.
Bridges are usually attached to the teeth on each side of the space in the mouth. Implants are advantageous in this aspect because they do not require adjacent teeth to be prepared.
To qualify for implants, you need to have healthy gums and bones to support them. Once the implants are in place, you also have to maintain a meticulous oral hygiene routine and regularly visit your dentist for routine checkups.
Implants tend to be more expensive than other tooth replacements methods, and insurance companies tend to cover a low amount of the fees.
There are two types of dental implants that are often recommended;
Endosteal Implants
These are implanted directly into the jawbone, and once the gum has fully healed, then another surgery is scheduled to connect a post to the first implant. After this, the replacement tooth is attached to the post.
Sub Periosteal Implants
With these a metal frame is implanted onto the jawbone under the gum. Once the gums heal the frame is then fixed to the jawbone and posts are attached to the frame. The replacement teeth are then attached to the post.
If you would like to know more about dental implants, please contact Dental Specialists of North Shore in Glenview for an appointment. For more information, please visit. Like us on our facebook page.
