Would you prefer a tooth restoration option that will probably last your entire life? Dental implants offered by your Niceville, FL, dentists, Drs. Jordan Harper and Ralf Zapata of Niceville Family Dental may be the perfect choice for you.
How dental implants can help your smile for years to come
Dental implants restore the missing roots of your teeth with tiny titanium posts. Known as implants, these small posts are capable of bonding to the bone. Once they're placed in your jawbone during minor oral surgery, the implants fuse to the surrounding bone in a matter of months.
Implants support dental crowns that are attached to the posts with small screws called abutments. Dental crowns replace the tops of missing teeth and are made from impressions of your mouth to ensure an ideal fit for your new tooth.
Thanks to their bonding capability, your titanium implants will most likely never need to be replaced. Excessive pressure on the Niceville implant or infections can cause implant failure. Fortunately, it's easy to avoid these problems by using a nightguard if you grind or clench your teeth and flossing carefully around the base of your new tooth to prevent an infection.
The long lifespan of dental implants can also help you save money. After the initial procedure in the Niceville dental office, your only costs are replacements of your crowns every 10 to 15 years or longer. Bridges and dentures, the other tooth restoration options, must be replaced periodically throughout your lifetime. If you compare the lifetime costs of all three restoration methods, you'll probably discover that dental implants are less costly than other options.
Implants not only approve your appearance but offer comfort and excellent biting power. Many people who've received dental implants note that the restorations feel just like natural teeth and don't change their ability to bite and chew sticky or tough foods.
If you need to replace your lost teeth, it makes sense to choose a cost-effective restoration method that offers long-term benefits and provides exceptional comfort.
Fill the gaps in your smile with dental implants! Call Niceville Family Dental in Niceville, FL, Drs. Jordan Harper and Ralf Zapata, at (850) 729-1223 to schedule your appointment.