Dental Implants
Dental Implants
Dental Implants - Your Solution to Missing Teeth
Are you looking for a permanent solution to missing teeth? Depending on your unique situation, dental implants from Clovedent Family Dentistry in Toronto may be the best choice as these restorations look and function just like your natural teeth. Implants are often used as a preferred alternative to bridges, partial dentures and complete dentures. The implant itself is an artificial tooth root made of titanium. We insert it into the jawbone to replace the root of your natural tooth. An artificial tooth (or pontic) is then attached to the implant, which serves as an anchor and holds your new tooth in place.
Why Should I Choose Dental Implants
With dental implants from Clovedent Family Dentistry, you can eat, drink, talk and laugh with confidence. You will also regain confidence in the look of your smile. Dental implants not only restore appearance, they’re also designed to preserve the shape and unique contours of your face. Implants are the closest option to your natural teeth and designed to last a lifetime, much longer than dental crowns or bridges.
Dental implants provide peace of mind for your day-to-day activities as you don’t have to worry about them becoming loose or falling out. You also don’t have to worry about people noticing your dental appliance as you would with dentures.
The Dental Implant Process
In most cases, placing a dental implant is a 2-part procedure. In the first phase, the implant will be placed in your jawbone. The implants will gradually bond to the bone over a period of 3 to 6 months. During these initial months, you might be required to wear dentures, depending on your specific situation. You may also be restricted to a diet of soft foods to ensure your implants are kept intact. During this time, we will work on the creation of your replacement tooth (or teeth).
Once the implant is bonded to your jawbone, we will place anchors in your gums and then finish the procedure by placing your artificial tooth. The entire process should take around 6 to 8 months. There is limited disruption to your daily lifestyle and the end result is a completely functional, long-lasting restoration and a beautiful smile.
Dr. Kamalbake holds a fellowship of dental implant placement/restoration and is a member of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists.