A missing tooth: It’s no big deal for a child, but for an adult, a lost tooth is cause to panic. The problem is that there are no do-overs for adult teeth. A lost tooth is permanent, and once you lose a tooth, you could be on the road to further tooth loss, jawbone density problems, and even a nasty problem called facial collapse. Thankfully, scientists developed the dental implant, which can replace the missing tooth with a natural-looking prosthetic and put a stop to the complications that can result from a lost tooth. Your Milford dentist, Dr. Mitchell I. Quintner, discusses dental implants and their restorative powers.
The Restorative Powers of Dental Implants
A dental implant does more than replace the missing tooth. It actually tricks your body into recognizing it as a living tooth. When a tooth falls out, the body recognizes the area that it occupied as a dead area. Accordingly, it shuts down the flow of nutrients to the area, which is the cause of the complications that often follow a lost tooth. Without nutrients, the jaw and teeth do not get the proper nutrition necessary to sustain them. However, when the dental implant is placed, a titanium post replaces the tooth root in the gum and jaw. The presence of this post tells the body that a living tooth is in the area, and the body resumes nutrition.
The post is certainly a vital part of a dental implant, but don’t forget the crown. The crown is the part of the implant that shows above the gum line. It plays a practical and a cosmetic role. First, the crown allows patients to eat a wide variety of foods. They can also care for the crown just as they would care for their other teeth. But just as important is the crown’s appearance. Nobody wants a prosthetic that looks fake. Thus, the crown is custom made for each patient to ensure that each smile is cohesive.
Schedule an Appointment with Your Milford Dentist
Do you have a missing tooth? A dental implant can replace the missing tooth and prevent further problems. Schedule an appointment with your Milford dentist office 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.