Dental Implants
Dental implants are more stable and last longer than bridges, partials or dentures and may be your best option if you are missing teeth.
Missing Teeth?
Missing teeth greatly impact the form and function of the mouth. Firstly, they create a cosmetic problem that can make patients feel quite self-conscious about their smile. Not only that, they can also impact the functionality of your teeth. When a tooth is missing, the teeth around it naturally start to spread to fill in the gap. This eventually leads to problems with your bite, which can lead to pain, discomfort and infection.
Because this cosmetic issue can quickly turn into a medical one, getting a dental implant soon after losing a tooth is important. When searching for an implant dentist in Encino, look no further than BioDental which offers cutting edge technology and non-metal options to quickly and safely install the dental implant before neighboring teeth have time to spread.
About Dental Implants
Dental implants have advanced over nearly three decades with better materials, improved procedures, and professionals who continue to expand their knowledge and experience. This state-of-the-art technology takes only about an hour to place a single implant. The level of discomfort is generally described as relatively mild.
Before your surgery, Dr. Matian, a top implant dentist in Encino, will discuss your options with you. Dental implants will not decay, and this method of repair does not need to rely on adjacent teeth to fasten or support crowns or bridges. Implants are the closest to replacing natural teeth that science has developed. As such, they must be kept clean and plaque-free with proper brushing and flossing, as well as routinely scheduled cleanings with the BioDental oral hygienists. Dental implants have become the treatment of choice when considering how well they facilitate good underlying bone and gum health.
The Importance of Dental Implants
Besides the obvious reason of improving appearance and making chewing easier, there is another important reason for getting a dental implant when you are missing a tooth (or more than one). The bone that surrounds a tooth needs constant stimulation by the tooth root in order to maintain its density and form. Throughout the day, the teeth transfer stress to the bone, causing the bone to regenerate. If the bone didn’t have this regenerative capability, the multiple stresses on the bone would eventually cause it to wear down and deteriorate. Without the stimulation, the regenerative capability would be lost.
The deterioration of the bone can cause many problems, but three main problems include: additional teeth falling out, sinus problems and an increased risk of developing gum disease and experiencing gum irritation.Above the bone that surrounds your top teeth is your sinus. This is supported by the bone. In essence, the tooth supports the bone, which supports the sinus. When the bone deteriorates, the sinus is no longer being supported and starts to sink into the area the bone would usually occupy. This causes the gums to get irritated, resulting in gum irritation and diseases.In addition, the sinking sinus can cause headaches and other sinus problems. It is not uncommon for someone to have “sinus problems” that are actually caused by tooth problems!
As a result of the deterioration of the bone and the gap in your mouth, your other teeth can start to shift. Your teeth can start to fall out – so one missing tooth can lead to many missing teeth.
It is extremely important to get dental implants if you are missing any teeth. If you’re looking for dental implants in Encino or Los Angeles, Dr. Matian and the whole team at BioDental can help. Call today for your consultation, and learn more about Dr. Matian and why his patients rave about his treatment, calling them the best dental implants Encino & Los Angeles have available.
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