An implant tooth is an excellent way of replacing a missing tooth. When a tooth is lost it's loss can have a serious impact on your mouth. Surrounding teeth may shift inwards to fill the gap, causing orthodontic problems. The missing tooth can have an impact on your ability to eat or even speak correctly. A lost tooth can also cause bone loss in the area which it was lost and this can have a profound impact on your long term oral health and even the way you look. Jaw bone loss is especially a problem because it can weaken the jaw as well as create an effect that seemingly increases the age of your face.
An implant tooth is a dental restoration that replaces the lost tooth and addresses many of the problems associated with other dental restorations meant to replace a lost tooth. A dental implant is used to act as the base of the restoration. Basically the implant is surgically implanted into the bone and it bonds with the bone to act as the root of the tooth. A dental crown is made and connected to the implant via a dental implant post. The fact that the dental implant bonds with the bone means the implant prevents bone loss and it is an incredibly secure base for a restoration.
An implant tooth is almost completely indistinguishable from any other tooth. Unlike a dental bridge there is no false crown that can leave a gap between the bottom of the crown and the gums. The implant requires no special attention to oral hygiene, just your same old oral hygiene habits. The implant replaces the missing tooth, restoring functionality, preventing orthodontic problems and long term oral health issues. While more expensive than other restoration options, it actually ends up being cheaper in the long term and the health benefits are incomparable.
If you would like to learn more about an implant tooth or if you think you are thinking about getting dental implants and would like to see an Atlanta implant dentist, consider the Atlanta Dental Group PC. Our Atlanta dental team has over 45 years combined experience serving Atlanta's dental needs. Our dentists are dedicated to their patients' good health and well being. You are welcome to join our family of patients. If you would like to schedule a free dental consultation with one of our Atlanta dentists or with Georgia Implant Dentist, Dr. Mark Allan Padolsky, call 404-874-7428 to make an appointment.