Dental Implants

Dental implants are the first step in securing replacement teeth. Needing a replacement tooth can happen to the best of us, whether from dental injury or neglecting critical dental habits. 

Whatever the case may be, dental implants are a great way to reinforce your smile. Call Boise Dentistry Co to schedule an initial appointment today.

What are Dental Implants?

Dental Implants For a Restored Smile

Dental implants are small titanium rods that help secure replacement crowns for decayed or deteriorating teeth. 

When we first come across missing teeth, we do our best to use your natural tooth root to secure a dental crown in place. If the dental root has become unsalvageable, we then turn to tools like dental implants to imitate natural tooth roots.

How Are Implants Important?

Dental implants are crucial for the long-term lifespan of your replacement teeth. Here’s how your teeth help support the rest of your smile.

  • Bone Health: Dental implants can safeguard against jawbone deterioration caused by broken or missing teeth, which can ultimately compromise your smile.
  • Durable Feel: These tools are built to function similarly to your natural teeth, making it easier to chew and articulate yourself without complications.
  • Stabilize Dental Damage: Dental damage can oftentimes spread if it isn’t contained. Dental implants help to reduce the risk of dental infection and further tooth damage.

Receiving Dental Implants

Receiving dental implants involves two important steps. Here are the steps that come with an implant procedure and what you can expect.

Placing the Dental Implant

The first part of the implant treatment is called the placement. The placement is when we clear out any existing dental damage in your gums, then insert the dental implant into your jawline.

After this procedure, we will attach a dental abutment (the connector between the implant and the future crown) to the implant to allow it time to heal. This recovery process gives your jaw time to get used to the dental implant, which helps the dental prosthetic adjust well to the rest of your smile.

Restoring the Dental Implant

The next service after the implant has been integrated with your jaw is called the dental restoration. This service is when we place a dental prosthetic (such as a dental crown or dentures) onto your smile. The type of dental prosthetic you will need will depend on your personal health history and the extent of your tooth damage. We will talk through possible options during your first appointment.

Dental Implants with Boise Dentistry Co.

Our primary goal here at Boise Dentistry Co is to honor the trust you’ve placed in us to improve your smile. These are a few of the many ways we create a good experience for our patients in the Ada County area.

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Learn More About Replacement Tooth Care

If you’re facing issues with a lost or badly damaged tooth, don’t let it cause you discomfort for too long. Call Boise Dentistry Co today to get started on replacing your missing teeth.