Gone are the days when teeth lost due to trauma or disease represented an irrecoverable loss. While tooth-loss was permanent for the bulk of human history, this day in age several options for restoring appearance and function with prosthetics are available. In addition to the bridges and dentures you’re probably familiar with, there is another method for replacing teeth your
Lisle implant dentist -- Dr. Derrick L. Williamson, DDS -- would like to tell you a little bit about. This method is dental implants.
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In contrast to dentures, which sit on your gums, and in contrast to bridges, which are affixed to other teeth that haven’t fallen out, dental implant prostheses are anchored directly into your jawbones. There are many advantages to implants, including being able to eat whatever you like without worrying about whether or not false teeth will pop out unexpectedly and easier cleaning (you’ll just brush and floss like you used to). Another advantage to having permanently-installed false teeth is that you’re less likely to experience the bone loss (and attendant facial deformation) that can accompany denture wearing. Like dentures and bridges, dental implants can be used to replace one tooth or all of your teeth. If you do need all of your teeth replaced on the upper and/or lower jaw, the installation process is two-fold. First, your
Lisle implant dentist will screw four posts directly into your jaw bone, these will serve as super strong anchor points for your new teeth. Second, Dr. Derrick L. Williamson, DDS, will attach a special kind of bridge to these anchors. In almost no time at all, you’ll be recovered and living life as if you’d never lost any teeth in the first place!
You should know that, as great as dental implants are, they aren’t a good solution for everyone. People who smoke a lot or who suffer from certain chronic conditions, may be better off pursuing another course of treatment. You can be sure that Dr. Derrick L. Williamson, DDS, will help you choose wisely. Are you ready to see if implants are right for you? Schedule a consultation with your
Lisle implant dentist today!
All on 4 Dental Implants Lisle
1220 Hobson Road, Suite 212
Naperville, Illinois 60540
630-848-9373
By Derrick Williamson DDS MS PC
November 13, 2013
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