Thankfully, there are now more options than ever when it comes to improving a person’s smile. While there are many issues that can cause a smile to look unattractive, there is one that seems to plague people the most. Missing teeth not only causes problems with the appearance of a person’s smile, but they also interfere with speaking and eating normally. With a consultation appointment, people can learn about a treatment option that will allow the Cosmetic Dentist to permanently replace missing teeth so they can resume a normal life.
Dental implants have come a long way since they were first introduced in the 1970s. To have dental implants put in place, a patient must go through a three-part surgical procedure. Typically, the first two parts of the procedure only require a local anesthetic to prevent any pain and discomfort. The final part of the procedure does not cause any pain at all, so a patient will not need any anesthetic.
The first stage in the process is when the Cosmetic Dentist places the implant into the gums and through the bone so that it is flush with the bone and buried under the gum tissue. The patient then goes through a healing process where the implant begins to bond with the bone tissue so it can act as a natural tooth root.
The second procedure exposes the implant by removing a portion of the gum tissue. Once the top portion of the implant is exposed, the dentist will attach an abutment to the top of the implant. As the gum tissue heals, it forms a cuff around the abutment so that the dentist will have access to the abutment when it comes time for the placement of the prosthetic teeth.
Once the teeth have been placed on their abutments, they look completely natural and allow a person to chew normally. Those who are interested in having this procedure carried out will need to first schedule a consultation appointment with the dentist. Contacting Business Name will allow a person to get started on the process of restoring their beautiful smile.
