Implant crowns are typically recommended when an implant is being used to replace a lost tooth. This artificial teeth root is surgically inserted into the patient’s jaw. The implant fuses with bone tissues around it through a process known as osseointegration. As a result, bite forces are transferred through the implant crown and implant to the person’s jaw, stimulating tissues and preventing the bone tissue breakdown that can happen when a tooth is lost.
Implant crowns are ideal long-term options for replacing teeth. These restorations look like natural teeth, and they do not require anything besides brushing and flossing to keep them in great condition. The implant that the crown sits on is typically made out of titanium, and it is designed to last a lifetime. Implants crowns can last up to 30 years when properly cared for. Simple things that can be done to make an implant crown last longer include:
Dentists often recommend implants for missing teeth replacement due to their bone-preserving properties. Other missing tooth replacement options, like dentures and bridges, do not address bone deterioration. Patients must be assessed to determine if they are healthy enough for implant surgery.
Replacing a missing tooth with an implant can take over six months. The first step is inserting the implant into the patient’s jaw. A local anesthetic is administered, and the dentist might have to make an incision to reach the patient’s jaw.
A hole is drilled into the jaw, and then the implant is placed in it. Bone tissues around the implant hold it in place via friction, the same way that wood holds a nail in place. In some cases, an implant crown might be attached during the same visit, or the dentist might wait for the implant to fuse with the patient’s jaw.
Are you missing one or more teeth? Implant crowns may be the solution you are looking for. Call or stop by our Needham office to set up a consultation with our dentist.
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