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Dental Implants
Teeth that look and feel just
like your own!
What are dental implants and what can they do for me?
A dental implant is an artificial tooth root placed into your jaw to hold a replacement tooth or bridge in place. While high-tech in nature, dental implants are actually more tooth-saving than traditional bridgework, since implants do not rely on neighboring teeth for support. Dental implants are so natural-looking and feeling, you may forget you ever
lost a tooth.
Advantages of dental implants over dentures or bridges: Every way you look at it, dental implants are a better solution to the problem of missing
teeth.
Aesthetically, dental implants look and feel like your own teeth. Since
dental implants integrate into the structure of your bone, they prevent the bone loss and gum recession that often accompany
bridgework and dentures. No one will ever know that you have a replacement tooth.
Tooth-saving: Dental implants don't sacrifice the
quality of your adjacent teeth like a bridge does, because neighboring teeth are not altered to support the implant. More
of your own teeth are left untouched, a significant long-term benefit to your oral health!
Confidence: Dental implants will allow you to once
again speak and eat with comfort and confidence. They are secure and offer freedom from the irksome clicks and wobbles of
dentures. They'll allow you to say goodbye to worries about misplaced dentures and messy pastes and glues.
Reliable: The success rate of dental implants is
highly predictable. They are considered an excellent option for tooth replacement.
Am I a candidate for dental implants?
The ideal candidate for a dental implant is in good general and oral health. Adequate bone in your jaw is needed to support the implant, and the best candidates have healthy gum tissue that are free of periodontal disease. What can I expect after treatment?
As you know, your own teeth require conscientious at-home oral care and regular dental visits. Dental implants are like your own teeth and will require the same care. In order to keep your implant(s) clean and plaque-free, brushing and flossing still apply! Periodic follow-up visits will be scheduled to monitor your implant(s), teeth and gums to make sure they are healthy. Are you ready to venture beyond conventional dentures and
bridges?
Jot down your questions about dental implants before your visit, and we will answer your questions and provide a personal evaluation. Please call for an appointment: (206) 682-3888 Medical Dental Building 509 Olive Way • Suite 1149 Seattle, WA 98101-1779
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