A permanent solution to missing teeth
In Herefordshire, dental implants give quality of life back to patients who have had enough of the hassle, discomfort and occasional embarrassment of wearing removable false teeth.
Compared to traditional dentures, dental implants have turned out to be a huge step forward in the world of dentistry for two main reasons. They are permanently fixed into the mouth and they replace the root as well as the crown of the missing tooth. Overall this provides a more comprehensive solution to missing teeth.
Here at Warrendale Dental in Herefordshire, dental implants are fully functional replacement teeth that help you avoid the oral health problems that can come from having missing teeth.
By permanently filling the gaps between the remaining natural teeth, dental implants stop neighbouring teeth from tipping, which can create further dental health problems.
How dental implants are fitted
Dental implants are tiny titanium posts that are screwed into the jaw to replace the root of the missing tooth. In Herefordshire, dental implants require a surgical procedure for placement. This surgery requires healthy gums so that the implants have something to bed into.
Once the dental implants have been put in, several weeks of healing time is needed. During this period, the bone around the titanium post grows and meshes with it, making the implant a permanent fixture. Blood vessels also grow, supplying the gum with the nutrients it needs and preventing it receding. Together these effects can help you avoid developing that sunken look that comes with missing teeth.
Once the dental implants have integrated into your jawbone, artificial teeth can be attached onto the dental implants. These artificial teeth are hand-made and coloured to match your natural teeth.
Long-lasting results
Most people can expect to have their implants for life, once they are in place. Fewer than five per cent of Herefordshire dental implants fail. In contrast dentures and removable bridges need replacing roughly every five years.
With your dental implants in place, good dental hygiene will ensure you can enjoy them for as long as possible. Caring for dental implants is much like caring for natural teeth, with brushing and flossing and regular dental check-ups.