Missing permanent teeth are common, affecting 178 million Americans. In fact, about 40 million people in the United States are missing all of their teeth. While removable dentures are also an option, dental implants remain fixed in place and are a permanent solution for creating teeth that look and function as a gorgeous, natural smile.
See Nancy Rotroff, DDS, MAGD, or Gerard Wasselle, DMD, at Excellence in Dentistry in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, to craft a full set of beautiful teeth and the smile of your dreams.
Dental implants at Excellence in Dentistry are metal posts that replace permanent tooth roots. Our dental team inserts them into your jawbone, where they often remain permanently. The implants anchor crowns, bridges, or implant-supported dentures to replace one, multiple, or all of your missing permanent teeth.
Choosing dental implants at Excellence in Dentistry offers an array of perks, including:
Dental implants can last decades, and typically a lifetime when cared for properly. They are sturdy, strong, and anchor restorations that look and function like your natural teeth. While crowns and bridges bonded to dental implants may need to be replaced after about 15 years, the implants themselves typically do not.
Gaps caused by missing permanent teeth can affect your ability to chew food well and speak clearly, which can dramatically impact your self-confidence and overall quality of life. Dental implants fill in the gaps to create a more functional smile that doesn’t impede chewing or your speech.
Believe it or not, dental implants can stimulate your jawbone, encouraging natural bone growth and reducing the risk of future jawbone loss. The implants help preserve the health of the bone and surrounding gum tissues, lessening the risk of further permanent tooth loss.
Missing permanent teeth can cause nearby teeth to shift out of place into the gaps left behind, diminishing the alignment of your remaining teeth when not addressed. Filling in tooth gaps with dental implants prevents this from happening, so you can achieve and maintain a flattering smile for life.
The appearance of your new beautiful smile is perhaps one of the most rewarding benefits of replacing missing permanent teeth with dental implants. The implants and new teeth they anchor look, function, and feel like beautiful natural teeth. They repair your smile, boost self-confidence, and restore overall quality of life.
The best cosmetic and restorative dental solutions for an imperfect smile depend on your oral health history, goals, and treatment preferences. Some patients first need bone grafting to restore lost jawbone before undergoing dental implant placement.
Our caring staff discusses your dental history, examines your teeth and gums, and reviews the results of your most recent dental X-rays. They tailor a personalized plan that offers impeccable results.
Contact us today at Excellence in Dentistry by calling our office or requesting an appointment online to take advantage of dental implants and a flawless smile.
