A missing tooth can significantly impact the way you live your life. It can affect your ability to chew, speak, and eat confidently and comfortably. It can also cause a dent on your self-esteem. To avoid these consequences, replacing a missing or lost teeth as soon as possible is vital.
At Midpark Dental, we offer the most modern teeth replacement solution with dental implants.
A complete set of teeth using dental implants not only does wonders to your smile and confidence, but it also improves and maintains your oral health and overall well-being. These natural-looking replacements offer a reliable, fully functional, and long-lasting solution that can truly change your quality of life.
Dental implants at Midpark Dental are done using the most advanced techniques in implant dentistry. We deliver the highest standards of care in SE Calgary, Alberta to ensure safe, quality, and successful implant treatments. Learn more about this procedure with our read below.
What are Dental Implants?
Dental implants are a cutting-edge solution to a missing tooth or set of teeth. A single implant post consists of three main components:
- Implant screw or post – this is made of a biocompatible titanium screw that is surgically embedded into the jawbone. This acts as an artificial tooth root where bone can grow around it to support the future tooth replacement.
- Abutment – this connects the implant post to the crown.
- Dental crown – this is the visible part of the implant. A single unit of crown can effectively replace one missing tooth. It is made to match the rest of your teeth for a seamless smile.
Together, these 3 components replicate the structure, function, and appearance of a natural tooth to provide a permanent and durable solution to tooth loss.
Why Choose Dental Implants?
Some of the benefits of dental implants that make it the ideal teeth replacement treatment are:
Versatile smile solution – Dental implants can be your go to treatment whether you have a single missing tooth or a full set of missing teeth.
Restores the smile – One of the main benefits of dental implants is aesthetic smile restoration. Because it looks and feels natural, you can smile as confidently as ever with your tooth implant.
Prevents bone loss – Tooth implants stimulate natural bone growth. This helps maintain bone height and density and overall jawbone health.
Improves chewing – Because a tooth implant is securely anchored in bone, you can avoid worries of slippage whenever you chew. This helps the tooth replacement to function as normal as possible.
Keeps adjacent teeth stable – The gap from a missing tooth can cause adjacent teeth to move into the space, eventually causing teeth spacing and bite problems. You can avoid this by replacing the tooth with a permanent implant.
Lifetime smile investment – Successful implant treatments are made to last a lifetime. The screw is permanently anchored in your bone which eliminates the need for future replacements. Natural wear and tear may affect the crown attachment, but this will still last you many years with good care.
Advantages of Dental Implants Over Other Tooth Replacement Options
While there are other options to replace a missing tooth such as a bridge or dentures, there are certain factors that make implants stand out among these alternatives.
Stimulates bone formation – Bone loss is a common consequence of missing teeth. Eventually, the bone that once supported the tooth will collapse and decrease in height. But, because the implant promotes bone formation, you can expect a healthier and more stable jawbone.
Prevents facial sagging – With proper foundation through healthy bone and implants, the muscles of the face and lips will remain well-supported. This will encourage a more youthful look.
Natural feel and function – Dental implants are the closest you can get to the look and function of natural teeth, providing comfort and confidence with your smile.
The Dental Implant Process
At Midpark Dental, the dental implant process is carefully designed to ensure a comfortable experience and predictable outcomes. Here’s what you can expect:
- Initial Consultation – First, we evaluate if dental implants are the ideal treatment for you. We will take your X-rays and scans and create a customized treatment plan based on your unique needs and specific goals.
- Preparatory Treatments – For some patients, pre-surgical procedures, such as bone grafts, sinus lift, or gum treatment, may be required. These can help improve the success of your implant treatment and prevent future complications.
- Surgical Procedure – On the day of surgery, you will receive local anaesthesia, sedation, or general anaesthesia, to ensure your comfort. Then, the implant post will be surgically inserted into your bone. The gum is then closed with stitches and allowed to heal.
- Osseointegration Period – This part of treatment is crucial to the success of your implants. For about 4 weeks of healing, the implant will fuse with your bone. This will create a strong and permanent foundation for the future tooth attachment.
- Abutment Placement – Once osseointegration has fully taken place, an abutment will be attached to the post. This is a connector that will link the implant to the final crown. This is allowed to heal for a few weeks.
- Final Restoration – The last step is to design your tooth crown. This should match the size, shape, and colour of your natural teeth for a flawless restoration.
Throughout the entire process, our team at Midpark Dental is committed to providing top-notch care and support. Should you have any problems or questions during your implant journey, we are ready to lend a helping hand and guide you every step of the way.
Aftercare and Maintenance
Once the crown is placed, your dentist will go over some important post-procedure recovery, care, and maintenance tips. This will help prevent problems down the road and ensure that the implant will stay beautiful, healthy, and functional.
There will be guidelines on necessary medications, dietary restrictions, and oral hygiene practices. Follow-up appointments will also be scheduled to monitor your progress and to address some early implant concerns. The earlier any problem is identified and managed, the better the outcomes for your treatment.
Conclusion
Dental implants are truly a life-changing solution for those dealing with tooth loss. They are permanent, natural-looking, and highly functional replacements that can elevate your smile, enhance your confidence, and improve your quality of life.
If you are interested in getting dental implants, our team at Midpark Dental is here to deliver the expertise and care you deserve. Call us today to book your initial appointment!