Dental implants are replacement teeth that look, feel, and function like natural teeth. They consist of a metal post or frame anchored to your jawbone and an artificial tooth or, in the case of All-on-4/X, denture-like prosthetic on the gum line. They are a long-term solution to tooth loss because they stimulate the bone in your jaw and help preserve your natural facial structure.  

Dental implants also help to prevent bone loss that can occur following the loss of a tooth. This is because, over time, the bone in your jaw can recede if the roots of your teeth are no longer there to stimulate new growth. This can lead to additional tooth loss from shifting teeth, as well as the appearance of premature aging. At Advanced Dentistry, our dentist recommends replacing missing teeth as soon as possible, which can help to avoid these problems. 

The Procedure for Dental Implants

First, our dentist will analyze your jaw and mouth to determine if dental implants are the right treatment option. If you are a candidate, during the next appointment, our specialist will place the dental implant in the targeted location in your mouth. After the bone has healed around your new implant, you will return to our dentist to have the abutment attached to the implanted post. Abutments are the small attachments that sit on top of the dental implant that enable the implant to receive crowns or, together with other strategically placed implants, a denture-like prosthetic to permanently replace a missing tooth or full arch of teeth.  

Once the dental implant procedure is complete, you can eat and speak normally again. Your new tooth should look and feel just like a natural tooth! Any problems or issues should be reported to the doctor immediately to avoid further complications with your oral health. 

The Advantages of Dental Implants

Dental implants and All-on-X implant-supported prosthetics are a permanent solution to tooth loss that can last a lifetime with proper care. They are powerful and function like natural teeth, allowing you to eat the foods you love and speak clearly without worrying about your teeth falling out or shifting around.  

Unlike dentures, you don’t have to worry about them slipping in or out during meals or conversation. You also won’t need any messy adhesives to keep them in place. Brushing and flossing are the same as natural teeth; just be sure to brush twice and floss once daily. Be sure to visit your dentist twice yearly for regular cleanings and exams to ensure everything is in order with your dental implants. This will help keep them clean and healthy so you can enjoy them for years! 

Dental implants and All-on-X implant-supported prosthetics offer several benefits, including improving your eating and speaking ability. They also help prevent additional tooth and bone loss in the jaw. To learn more about dental implants, visit dentist in Sugar Land TX at Advanced Dentistry, 9920 U.S. Highway 90-A, Suite 100-C, Sugar Land, TX 77478, or call (281) 494-5600.