Think you know everything about dental implants? If you’re considering the dental implant procedure to replace missing teeth, we recommend scheduling an appointment with our office.
Dental implants replace missing teeth so you can smile with confidence. Unlike other tooth replacement options, dental implants are anchored in your jawbone and keep crowns firmly in place for years.
Here’s what else you need to know before you get a tooth implant.
1.) There are Different Types of Dental Implants
Did you know that there are different types of dental implants? In addition to , our dentist also offers mini dental implants, all-on-six implants, and implant-supported dentures.
Mini dental implants can be placed in one appointment, which means you’ll be able to enjoy your new smile as soon as possible. Despite being smaller than traditional dental implants, mini implants are strong enough to support a denture right away. A mini dental implant has a ball at the end so your dental crown can snap into place. Your dental crown has a socket underneath, allowing the mini implant to form a secure attachment.
If most or all of your teeth are gone, Dr. Yun may recommend all-on-6 implants. These dental implants replace an entire arch of teeth so you can smile with confidence.
2.) Dental Implants Stop Bone Loss
Once you lose a tooth, your body will start to absorb minerals from your jawbone to use elsewhere. If left untreated, jawbone deterioration can cause the remaining teeth in your mouth to loosen and fall out. Eventually, jawbone deterioration ends in facial collapse, which makes your face look sunken in. Fortunately, Dr. Yun is able to place dental implants in your jawbone to stop this process in its tracks.
A dental implant is a prosthetic tooth root (typically made of titanium) that later anchors a crown. A dental implant exerts pressure on your jawbone, tricking your body into thinking you still have a tooth root.
3.) Dental Implants Last for Years
Dental implants typically last longer than other tooth replacement options, like dentures. Many of our patients appreciate that their dental implants allow them to eat, talk, and smile with confidence. Your dental implants should last for many years to come, as long as you give them proper maintenance. This means brushing your teeth twice a day and flossing once daily to remove plaque.
4.) You Can Keep Your Healthy Teeth
Choosing dental implants means you don’t have to replace all your teeth at once. This means that you can choose to have one or two dental implants, while leaving the rest of your natural teeth in place.
Dr. Yun wants to help you maintain a beautiful healthy smile, which is why he offers everything from single dental implants to implant-supported dentures. We’re able to replace as many teeth as you need.
5.) Dental Implants Look Natural
Unlike other tooth replacement options, dental implants look and feel natural. Even well-fitting dentures have the tendency to slip after sneezing, coughing, laughing, or even smiling. While you can easily correct slipping dentures by gently biting down and swallowing, many of our patients would prefer to avoid this hassle altogether.
Dr. Yun will make sure that your new looks natural and matches the rest of your smile.
Request an Appointment With Us
Dr. Suk Jun Yun is a well-known and respected dental implant dentist in Grand Rapids, MI. To learn if you’re a candidate for the dental implant procedure, call the NorthPointe Family Dental & Implant Center at (616) 288-6134.
This blog post has been updated.