FAQs: Should I Consider Dental Implants?

A gap in your smile due to tooth loss can be the beginning of a number of oral health problems, including jawbone density loss and poor nutritional intake. To preserve the health of your smile you need a strong and long lasting replacement option. Should you consider dental implants? Unlike other options they replace all parts of the missing tooth and help maintain your facial structure. At Ft. Worth Dental Implants our team can provide quality dental prosthetics.

Frequently Asked Questions About Dental Prosthetics

Question: Who qualifies for this option?

Answer: We recommend this option for those who have one or more missing teeth. If you are interested, we will perform a thorough initial exam. We will look for signs of gum disease, as periodontal disease can lead to implant failure and tooth loss. We also assess your jawbone density, as untreated tooth loss can often cause the jawbone tissue to deteriorate as the body no longer supplies doses of nutrients. You will need a certain amount of jawbone tissue to support the post. If you do not have this, we may suggest a bone grafting procedure.

Question: Will my new teeth last a long time?

Answer: Yes. Dental prosthetics are designed to provide long lasting replacement teeth. While bridges can last between 10 and 15 years and dentures may need adjustment or replacement every 5 to 10 years, dental implants can last as long as 25 years. In some cases, proper care can allow them to last even longer.

Question: Will the dental prosthetics look natural?

Answer: Yes. Before creating your new teeth impressions and images of your teeth and jaw will be gathered. Using these items, we will choose the best place to place the posts and design a restoration that will allow your new teeth to blend seamlessly with your smile.

Question: What if I am missing all of my teeth?

Answer: If you are missing all of your teeth then you may be interested in All-on-4®. Using four posts per arch, we will secure a set of dentures that are fixed, which means they won’t slip and won’t require frequent adjustments.

Schedule An Appointment With Your Fort Worth Dentist

Ryan Knight, DMD, offers a comprehensive and proactive approach to dental care to help patients enjoy healthy, functional and beautiful smiles. From implant dentistry to wisdom tooth extraction, we can help you achieve your highest level of oral fitness.

To schedule an appointment, contact our Fort Worth office by calling (817) 737-6601.

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