Thinking about a dental implant restoration to replace your missing tooth? You probably have a few questions. Read below as your Milford dentist, Dr. Mitchell I. Quintner answers several frequently asked questions about dental implants.
Can anyone receive a dental implant?
Not everyone can receive a dental implant. In order for an implant to be placed, there must be an adequate amount of quality bone available in the jaw to host the implant’s post. The amount of quality jawbone is important because in order for the restoration to work properly, the implant’s post must be able to fuse with the bone in the area it is placed. To determine whether or not patients can receive dental implants, your Milford dentist, Dr. Quintner, uses Cone Beam CT scans. These scans allow him to determine both the quality and quantity of available bone.
Why are dental implants said to feel more natural than other restorations?
Dental implants have a titanium post that is surgically placed in the jawbone just like a tooth’s root. Whereas other restoration methods rely on the surrounding teeth for support, dental implants are structured like natural teeth with anchors in the jaw, lending them a more natural feel.
What other benefits do dental implants have?
In addition to a restoration that feels natural, dental implants can prevent a tooth-loss complication called the domino effect. This complication sometimes occurs when the body stops sending nutrients to the area previously occupied by the lost tooth. Because nutrition to the area ceases, the nearby teeth sometimes suffer malnutrition, causing them to fall out one after another like dominos. However, when a dental implant is placed, the body recognizes the post of the implant as a tooth’s root and restores the flow of nutrients.
Schedule a Visit with Your Milford Dentist
Are you looking for a quality restoration for your lost tooth? You may be a candidate for a dental implant. Contact our 06460 dentist office to schedule an appointment or a consultation with your Milford dentist, Dr. Quintner, today by calling 203-878-6699. We proudly serve the 06460 area and welcome patients from Milford, Orange, Woodmont, West Haven, and all neighboring communities.