Implant Dentistry has now come of age. Many people are presently missing one or more teeth in their mouths. These missing teeth may be permantly replaced with dental implants. Even full dentures can be augmented or totally replaced by denture implants.
Dental Implants are small prosthetic posts that are placed into the bone of the upper or lower jaw. They act as replacements for the root portion of lost natural teeth and also serve as an anchor for replacement teeth. Dental Implants look and feel exactly like natural teeth - in fact, no one (other than maybe your dentist) will be able to tell the difference. Implants are used to replace small bridges, remove partial dentures and missing single teeth.
Dental Implants are appropriate for almost anyone who is in reasonably good health and is currently missing teeth or is at risk of losing teeth. You must have enough bone in the area of treatment to provide for the anchorage of the implants. Only an implant dentist can determine your suitability for this cosmetic procedure.
