What are dental implants?
Not so very long ago, if you lost a tooth or two, the only solution was to have a bridge or partial denture made for your mouth to replace the missing teeth. And if for some reason, you lost all your teeth, your only option was to wear dentures.
These days, technology and advancements in dental restorations have made it so that rather than having removable appliances to replace missing teeth (by removable we mean that the appliance must be taken out for cleaning every night), missing teeth can be replaced with dental implants in Richmond at Sheen Dental Implants.
A dental implant is basically a titanium ‘anchor’ that is surgically implanted into your gums to replace the natural tooth root. A prosthetic tooth is then cemented to the ‘anchor’, thereby negating the need for special removal and cleaning routines. With dental implants, you will gain the ability to treat them as you would your natural teeth.
Can I have dental implants in Richmond?
Some people are better candidates for implants than others. To be a good candidate there are certain requirements you must fulfill. To start with, you must have finished growing and all your adult/permanent teeth have come in. Your jawbone tissue also needs to be as healthy and intact as possible.
Are dental implants expensive?
The benefits of dental implants in Richmond over the long-term far outweigh the initial cost. We always recommend that our patients consider all the pros and cons before undertaking the procedure.
With dental implants, eating will be much easier and feel more natural than with loose dentures that require denture paste to stay in place. It is highly unlikely that your implant will fail and need to be replaced. If an upper or lower denture breaks, the entire arch must be replaced, which will end up costing more overall.
Are there any risks?
Just like any other surgical procedure, there are risks involved that may include bleeding, infection, injury to nerves and implant failure or rejection.
Your dental surgeon at Sheen Dental Implants will discuss all aspects thoroughly before you decide about having dental implants in Richmond.