Cosmetic Dental Services Options With Implants

Cosmetic Dental Services Options With Implants from Leix Dental in Lakewood, ILDental implants are among the cosmetic dental services that might be recommended if you are missing one or more teeth. They are also the only teeth replacement options that prevent the bone tissue loss that can take place when teeth and their roots fall out.

Bone tissues in the jaw get stimulated by teeth roots when you chew on food. They lose this stimulation when a tooth falls out, since its root comes out with it. Implants replace the lost root, and a restoration like a crown is attached to it. When you bite down with the crown, bite forces are transferred via the implant into the jaw, keeping the bone tissues there healthy.

Replacing missing teeth with cosmetic dental services like implants

Implants look and feel like real teeth, making them one of the most popular teeth replacement options. They also keep the bone tissues in the jaw healthy. Implants are the only cosmetic dental services options that replace missing teeth roots.

Implants are typically made out of titanium, and they are surgically inserted into the jawbone. This requires minor oral surgery because the dentist might need to cut into the patient’s gum tissues to reach their jawbone.

People with immune system disorders that can hinder their recovery are evaluated individually. Using tobacco products or regularly consuming alcohol also slows down recovery after surgery.

People who have lived with missing teeth for a while might have lost significant bone tissues in their jaw. Such patients might need to get bone grafts before they can proceed with implants. They also need to be fully recovered from the grafting procedure to commence with implant surgery.

The process

Placing an implant in a patient’s jaw starts with the dentist administering a local anesthetic. This numbs the area being worked on so the patient does not feel significant pain. An incision is then made into the patient’s gums to expose their jawbone.

A hole is drilled into the jawbone and the implant is inserted into it. The hole is barely big enough to fit the implant, so its sides hold it in place. The oral prosthetic will fuse with bone tissues around it over the next six months in a process called osseointegration.

Once the implant is stable in the patient’s jaw, a restoration like a crown, bridge, or dentures are attached to it.

The benefits of replacing missing teeth with implants include:

  • Implants feel and look just like natural teeth.
  • Implants do not need special maintenance.
  • Implants prevent jawbone atrophy.
  • Implants are designed to last a lifetime.
  • Implants restore the appearance of the patient’s smile.
  • Implants help keep the patient’s teeth properly aligned.

Check out what others are saying about our dental services on Yelp: Cosmetic Dental Services in Lakewood, IL

Replace your missing teeth

Give us a call or visit our Lakewood clinic to learn more about implants and other ways our dentist can replace your missing teeth.

Request an appointment or call Leix Dental at 815-604-6104 for an appointment in our Lakewood office.

Recent Posts

How Cosmetic Dental Services Can Create Positive Change To Your Smile

Are you considering cosmetic dental services to enhance your smile? Some people may think that cosmetic treatments are only about appearances. However, many cosmetic dental services are functional and cosmetic. Having straight teeth and an aligned bite can improve your smile in more than just appearance.Over the years, modern cosmetic dentistry has expanded to include…

Cosmetic Dental Services With Natural Tooth Color

Cosmetic dental services often involve using tooth-colored restorations to restore damaged, decayed, or discolored teeth. Restorations, like crowns, can be made from materials like gold, silver, and metal alloys, but these materials look nothing like natural teeth. Most patients prefer restorations made from materials that share properties with real teeth, like porcelain, ceramics, and composites.…

Cosmetic Dental Services To Fix Teeth Crowding

Cosmetic dental services can transform a person's smile by treating oral health issues like teeth crowding. A cosmetic dentist will use whichever dental procedures benefit their patient. It is not uncommon for a cosmetic dentist to use orthodontics or restorative dentistry to improve a smile. The type of treatment that the dentist recommends will depend…

Recent Posts

Caring For Your Dental Bridge: Tips For Longevity

Caring For Your Dental Bridge: Tips For Longevity

A traditional dental bridge can replace up to three or four consecutive teeth on the same side of a dental arch. It is one of the most common dental replacements you can get. Knowing how to care for it can help maintain your new smile for a long time. Here are some tips for ensuring…

Why You Should Rest After A Tooth Extraction

Why You Should Rest After A Tooth Extraction

Undergoing a tooth extraction can be stressful. Dentists do everything they can to save natural teeth, but sometimes, removing the tooth is the way to restore oral health and prevent complications. After the procedure, the dentist will provide instructions regarding aftercare to ensure quick and proper healing.After tooth extraction, patients do not exactly need to…