What Are Dental Implants?
When you’re missing teeth, it really shows —
literally. Most people can readily see that empty space in your smile. That’s
not a good thing. In addition, you could have trouble chewing or talking.
If you have removable dentures, your replacement teeth could move around in
your mouth. They can even fall out. How embarrassing is that?
By calling our St. John or Valparaiso dental offices, you can correct all of
that with dental implants. Here’s how they work:
A dental crown is custom-made to look like the tooth it’s replacing
An artificial tooth root is surgically placed in your jawbone.
An abutment is connected to it
The dental crown is connected to the abutment.
If you have dentures, then you get several artificial roots implanted. Then the
gum-colored base is connected to those implants.
How Different Types Of Dental Implants Work For You
Do you have trouble because one of your teeth came out? Are you tired of your dentures sliding around on your gums? Call us today at 219-322-9920 for our St. John, IN dental office or 219-462-1970 for our Valparaiso, IN dental office. At both locations, our highly trained dentists can help with dental implants.
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