Dental Implants in Ellicott City, MD
At the office of Jennifer Sokolosky, DMD, we’re sensitive to the gap that a missing tooth leaves in your smile and in your self-esteem. If you've lost one or more teeth due to injury or disease, dental implants can restore your smile, your oral health, and your confidence in your appearance.
What are dental implants?
Dental implants are thin posts made from strong titanium. Titanium is often used in surgery and is readily accepted by the body.
These thin titanium posts are implanted in your gum and bond with your jawbone over a period of months. When bonding is complete, these sturdy posts are ready to host a new life-like tooth restoration.
Why is a dental implant called the gold standard in tooth replacement?
Dental implants are thin posts made from strong titanium. Titanium is often used in surgery and is readily accepted by the body.
These thin titanium posts are implanted in your gum and bond with your jawbone over a period of months. When bonding is complete, these sturdy posts are ready to host a new life-like tooth restoration.
Are dental implants right for me?
Dental implants are thin posts made from strong titanium. Titanium is often used in surgery and is readily accepted by the body.
These thin titanium posts are implanted in your gum and bond with your jawbone over a period of months. When bonding is complete, these sturdy posts are ready to host a new life-like tooth restoration.
How do dental implants work?
A dental implant is a stand-alone replacement tooth that looks and feels natural. The implant is a small titanium post embedded within the jawbone beneath your gum line, where the real tooth root used to be. Before placement, the dental implant is prepared so that bone cells in your jawbone surround and attach to it. This process is called osseointegration.
After the titanium root has integrated with the jaw, we cap it with a sturdy, natural-looking dental restoration. The implant acts as a replacement tooth that blends seamlessly with your existing smile. Whatever your tooth replacement issue, dental implants can probably help:
- If you’re missing only one tooth, a single dental implant will be sufficient
- If multiple adjacent teeth are missing, a few implants strategically placed can be used to support a fixed bridge
- If you’ve lost all your teeth, we can permanently anchor a full denture in your smile with four to six strategically placed dental implants
What if I have multiple missing teeth?
Our top cosmetic dentist can provide same-day, implant-supported dentures in Ellicott, MD. This means implants and denture placement in one sitting. The process is the same as single implants and always starts with an assessment in our dental office.
If you’re a good candidate for implant-supported dentures, the next step is preparing your gums four dental implants and placing your new smile. Imagine a thin post being sturdy enough to support a brand new smile!
Will my same-day, implant-supported dentures look natural?
Our dentist relies on the latest technologies and quality materials to ensure that your implant denture is natural looking and functional. When you choose same-day implant dentures in our Ellicott City, MD dental office, you are joining a long list of satisfied patients who can’t stop smiling.
Will my implant-supported dentures feel natural?
Because dental implants are below the gum line, the only thing you will feel inside your mouth is a new smile.
How do I care for my dental implants or implant-supported dentures?
After your dental implant has healed and the restoration is complete, patients should keep the site clean and free from infection. Teeth with dental implants need to be brushed and flossed at least twice per day.
You should still visit the dentist for exams and cleanings on a semi-annual basis. Just like your natural teeth, the better you take care of your dental implants, the longer they will last.
Keep in mind that dental implants cannot protect you from gum disease, gum infections, or dental emergencies that can cause your dental implants to fail.
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