If you’re reading this blog in a state of panic about your lost tooth, rest assured, your tooth can be replaced. To add to the good news, you should also know that a dental implant restoration can provide a prosthetic tooth that looks, functions, and feels like a natural tooth. And if you’re wondering exactly what a dental implant is or what a restoration involves, you’ll soon find out. Dr. Deborha Staten is here to explain just how dental implants arrived at the pinnacle of today’s tooth replacement methods.

What Is a Dental Implant?

A dental implant is a device used to replace a missing tooth or teeth. The implant is made up of three parts: the post, the abutment, and the crown (although one implant can include multiple crowns). The post is made of titanium, and it is placed in the jawbone, where it fuses with the bone in a process called osseointegration. Once firmly in place, it acts as a support for the crown, the visible portion of the prosthetic, which attaches to the post by means of a connecting piece called the abutment.

The Benefits of Dental Implants

Because of the post’s presence in the jawbone, a dental implant feels just like a natural tooth with a root in the jaw. The prosthetic will remain firmly in place when eating tough foods, and the crown is custom made to ensure a lifelike appearance. However, the benefits of dental implants do not end there. They also prevent complications that stem from tooth loss, including further tooth loss and the loss of density in the jawbone. They do this by restoring nutrient flow, which ceases when a tooth is lost, in the area of the lost tooth.

Dental Implants in Las Vegas Dentist

Don’t let your lost tooth be the first of many. Replace it with a dental implant, and restore your oral health. Schedule an appointment with Dr. Staten today by calling 702-736-7979.