Make your smile your greatest source of confidence and transform your oral health with dental implants from Lake City Dental. Dental implants are an excellent, natural-looking, long-lasting option for replacing missing teeth. Losing a single tooth or multiple teeth can significantly impact one’s self-esteem. Whether you are missing teeth due to tooth decay, gum disease, or an oral injury, dental implants can restore your beautiful smile.
Our dentists in Lake City believe everyone deserves a smile they are proud of, and implants can help make that a reality. Our experienced Lake City dentists will work with you to help you achieve the best smile possible with implants, using the latest technology and state-of-the-art equipment. Contact our office today to learn more about our available dental services and to schedule an appointment for treatment!
What Are Dental Implants?
Dental implants, also called tooth implants or teeth implants, comprise small posts, usually made of titanium, that serve as a substitute for the root of a natural tooth. A connector, or abutment, is placed over the dental implant, connecting it to the replacement tooth. Finally, a dental crown acts as a replacement tooth and is custom-fabricated to match the patient’s natural surrounding teeth. Dental implants are surgically placed in the jawbone, serving as the roots of missing teeth. During the procedure, the titanium in the implants is fused with the patient’s jawbone, which prevents the implant from slipping, making noise, or causing bone damage.
A dental implant is an optimal solution for patients who experience tooth loss, whether it occurs as a result of an accident, oral trauma, decay, extraction, or another cause.
When natural teeth are lost, jaw bone deterioration and other health issues can occur as a result. Implants can help prevent these problems and restore the function and appearance of a missing tooth or missing tooth by acting as a replacement tooth. Dental implants are a permanent solution that provides comfort, security, and confidence over other treatment options. Lake City Dental can help you improve your quality of life with high-quality dental implants customized to your needs. Contact us to learn how dental implants can restore your smile!
Types Of Dental Implants
There are two main types of dental implants: endosteal implants and subperiosteal implants. Our dentists in Lake City, FL, can help you identify and choose the tooth implant option that best meets your needs, preferences, and specific dental requirements. Contact us today to schedule a consultation for dental implants and to learn more about our procedures.
Endosteal Implants
An endosteal implant is surgically placed within the jawbone. After the procedure, and once the surrounding jaw and gum tissue heal, a secondary surgical procedure is performed to connect the implant post to the original implant. Thereafter, the artificial tooth (or teeth) is attached to the post, either alone or grouped with multiple teeth on a denture or bridge.
Subperiosteal Implants
A subperiosteal implant consists of a metal frame surgically attached to the jawbone just below the gum tissue. After surgery and once the gums heal, the frame fixes to the jawbone. Implant posts, which are attached to the frame, protrude through the gums. Artificial teeth are then mounted to these posts.
What Are Dental Implants Made From?
Most dental implants are made from a combination of two different materials: zirconia and titanium. These materials are highly durable and can easily be modified to give implanted teeth a pleasant, natural-looking appearance. Moreover, these highly durable teeth implant materials provide patients with fully functioning new teeth with a seamless fit and complete comfort.
Our Lake City dentistry team comprises highly trained and skilled implant dentists and technicians who routinely place and restore single dental implants and full-arch replacements affixed with dental implants using the highest quality dental implants available. Contact us today to learn more about our dental implants.
Benefits Of Dental Implants
Dental implants from our Lake City dental practice replicate the entire structure of natural teeth, making them a perfect solution for patients with one or several missing teeth. Implants offer patients an array of aesthetic, functional, and health benefits that endure the tests of time. The following are some of the most significant dental implant benefits.
Prevents Bone Loss
When you lose a tooth, the jawbone beneath may begin to deteriorate due to a lack of adequate stimulation. This jawbone loss can lead to changes in facial structure, premature aging, loose teeth, and even pain. Dental implants are the best, long-term tooth replacement option that actively stimulates the jawbone just like natural tooth roots. By providing stimulation, implants help prevent bone loss, maintain your facial structure, and preserve the integrity of your jawbone over time.
Look & Feel Like Your Natural Teeth
Dental implants are thoughtfully designed to look, feel, and function just like your natural teeth. The custom-made crowns of dental implants are crafted to match the shape, size, and color of your surrounding teeth, blending seamlessly. Because implants are securely anchored in the jawbone, they provide a stable and natural feel when eating and speaking — so much so that most people forget they even have implants.
Lasts For Decades
Unlike other tooth replacement options that may require regular adjustments or replacements, dental implants are built to last. Made from highly durable materials, dental implants are resistant wear and decay. With proper care, including good oral hygiene habits and regular dental checkups, dental implants can last anywhere from 10–30 years, making them a cost-effective, long-term solution for tooth loss.
Restores Healthy Oral Function
Missing teeth, especially in certain areas of the mouth, can make it challenging to chew food comfortably. Fortunately, dental implants fully restore healthy oral function, allowing you to enjoy your favorite foods without discomfort. They also help support clear speech, as they don’t slip or shift like dentures can. Whether your biting into an apple or engaging in conversation, dental implants provide you with the strength and stability you need for everyday life.
When Are Dental Implants Necessary?
Dental implants are a common type of treatment for addressing the loss of teeth. Patients can lose one or more teeth for a variety of reasons. No matter the cause of your dental implant needs, our dentists can help revitalize the look and health of your smile with implants. Implants are necessary when a patient is missing teeth, but they cannot or do not desire dentures, crowns, or bridges. Replacing missing teeth is critical, as the consequences of removing or losing one or more teeth without replacement can result in severe issues in the future, like the deterioration of the jaw bone, teeth shifting out of place, and other oral health and overall health problems.
Dental implants restore the overall function of the mouth, support a healthy bite, prevent bone deterioration, and support a healthy jaw bone, all while boosting oral health and improving self-esteem and self-confidence. Patients who are missing teeth or those who have decayed teeth that require removal may be the perfect candidates for dental implants. Additionally, patients who have a good level of oral hygiene, with healthy teeth and gums, have an adequate amount of bone in their jaw, have good overall health, do not smoke, and those with a fully developed jaw are ideal candidates for dental implants.
Whether you need a single dental implant or a full-arch implant, we have the perfect solution for you! Contact us today to see how dental implants from Lake City Dental can restore a beautiful, healthy smile.
How To Care For Your Dental Implants
Among the wide array of benefits of getting dental implants is their ease of care over time. Yet, there are still a few implant-care tips you should use to properly maintain your new dental implants. Your dentist will provide you with complete instructions detailing how to best care for your dental implants. After you receive your dental implants, you may have to use a toothbrush nylon bristles, as they are gentle on implants. Avoid using a toothbrush with firm or hard bristles, as these can wear away at dental implants. Additionally, you should avoid using any abrasive oral hygiene products. With dental implants, it’s critical that you floss twice a day, as plaque can easily build up in between and around implants and surrounding teeth.
Your dentist will be happy to provide you with recommendations for choosing the best oral hygiene products to use while caring for your new dental implant! In addition to avoiding abrasive oral hygiene products, you should also avoid abrasive, hard, and sticky foods, such as ice, caramel, dried fruit, hard candy, hard or crusty bread, chips, and steak, among other foods. By avoiding these foods and foods like these, you can better help ensure that your dental implants remain in great condition. Depending on your overall oral health, you should visit your dentist at least twice each year. With proper at-home care and in-office visits, your dental implants can last your entire life! Contact us today to schedule your appointment.
Restore Your Smile With Lake City Dental Implants!
Don’t let missing teeth hold you back from living life with a confident smile. Dental implants offer a natural-looking, long-lasting solution that restores both the function and beauty of your smile. Our experienced dental professionals are here to guide you through every step of the implant process, ensuring your comfort and complete satisfaction. Ready to restore your smile? Contact us today to request an appointment with our Lake City dentist!