Why are Dental Implants the best option in replacing missing teeth?
Dental Implants are the most conservative way to replace missing teeth because they dont require the patient to jeopardize the health of the adjacent teeth. Bridges require the shaping and grinding of healthy teeth in order to replace one missing tooth! Partial dentures are removable and cause wear and tear on the natural teeth that they attach to. Q: When should you place a Dental Implant? A: If infection is not present, a dental implant can usually be placed at the same time a tooth is removed. The quality and health of the bone determines when placement is ideal. If you choose to wait until after an extraction site has healed to place the implant, a second surgical procedure will be necessary. If this is the case, it is imperative to place bone grafting at the time of the extraction to preserve the bone structure and set the foundation for future tooth replacement.
