Usually made of titanium, an implant is used to replace the root portion of a missing
tooth . In turn, this "artificial tooth root" serves to hold a replacement natural-looking tooth,
crown or bridge.
Dental implants are considered the standard of care for replacement of missing
teeth and with improvements in technology and science the success rate for dental implants is
close to 98%. Dr. Hughes is an expert at knowing which type of implants will work best for you.
Because implants fuse to your jawbone, they provide stable support for artificial teeth.
Dentures and bridges mounted to implants won't slip or shift in your mouth — an especially
important benefit when eating and speaking. This secure fit helps the dentures and bridges — as
well as individual crowns placed over implants — feel more natural than conventional bridges or
dentures.
To receive implants, you need to have healthy gums and adequate bone to support the
implant. You must also commit to keeping these structures healthy. Meticulous oral hygiene and
regular dental visits are critical to the long-term success of dental implants.
What are the benefits of dental implants over other treatments?
- Next best thing to healthy, natural teeth.
- Built to last.
- Retain your natural face shape, and smile.
- Protect healthy bone.
- Keep your teeth in your mouth – not in a cup
- Speak easy.
- Eat your favorite foods!
- Look Mom, no cavities!
- Keep teeth in place – silently.
- Protect your healthy teeth.
- More predictable than other repair and restoration methods.