Discover how dental implants can take the place of missing permanent teeth.
How in the world can a small metal post somehow replace your missing tooth, let alone be the next best thing to having a real tooth? You may be surprised to discover that many people are turning to dental implants because they do so much more than just fill the gaps in your smile. From the office of our Fishkill, NY, family dentists Dr. Choi, here’s what you should know about dental implants.
You can replace one, several or all of your teeth
Thought that dental implants were only for people who were missing a single tooth? Think again. Implants can be used to replace one, two, several or an entire row of your teeth. If you need to replace multiple teeth there are a variety of implant options designed to support everything from a crown to dental bridges and dentures.
They prevent bone loss
The metal implant itself is placed into the jawbone where it takes the place of your missing tooth roots. While this does require surgery, our Fishkill dentist can place your dental implants right here in their quiet, relaxing and welcoming dental environment. The benefit of getting implants is that they are the only tooth replacement that actually stimulates the jawbone the same way real tooth roots do, preventing bone loss.
Most people are candidates for dental implants
Are you an otherwise healthy adult who is living with tooth loss? If so, you could very well be an ideal candidate for implants. During your consultation, we will go through your medical history to determine whether you are healthy enough for implants. As long as you are dedicated to maintaining good oral hygiene then you could benefit from dental implants.
They don’t require special treatment
Since an implant functions just like a real tooth you can also treat it just like a real tooth. This means brushing and flossing it just like you would the rest of your smile. You don’t need special tools or cleaning products, just use the same soft-bristled toothbrush (yes, even an electric toothbrush is fine) and toothpaste. As long as you keep your implant clean and healthy it could last a lifetime.
Q Smiles Dental provides comprehensive dental care to families living in and around Fishkill and Sleepy Hollow, NY. To learn more about dental implants or to discuss your tooth replacement options, call our Fishkill offices at (845) 297-9959 and our Sleepy Hollow location at (914) 631-0200.