Replacing a missing tooth with a dental implant is one of the best things you can do for your smile. At Main Street Dental Smiles, implant restorations are designed to look, feel and work like natural teeth.
What Is a Dental Implant?
An implant is a titanium post placed in the jawbone, where it takes over the job of a natural tooth root. It gives a crown, a bridge or a denture a stable, secure base, whether the restoration is fixed or removable.
Why Patients Choose Implants
Implants are the closest thing to healthy natural teeth. They are strong and durable, and they can replace one tooth or several. They are also the only restoration that keeps the jawbone working, which helps prevent the bone loss that follows a missing tooth.
With implants you can talk and eat with confidence, keep your natural facial shape and smile without thinking about it. With good care, implant restorations can last a lifetime.
Who Is a Good Candidate?
The best candidates are in good general health, with healthy gums and enough bone to anchor the implant. Bone loss does not automatically rule you out: a bone graft can rebuild the area first.
Some things raise the risk of a poor result, including uncontrolled diabetes, cancer and advanced gum disease. Smoking can slow healing, and so can medications such as steroids or drugs that suppress the immune system.
How to Find Out
A consultation is the way to know for sure. If you have any oral health problems, we put together a plan to get you ready for implants. If you grind or clench your teeth at night (bruxism), we may suggest a night guard to protect the implants while you sleep.
Why a Prosthodontist Matters
Prosthodontists complete three extra years of training after dental school, focused on restoring and replacing teeth. Dr. Schilling, our prosthodontist, brings that depth of knowledge to every implant case, so the result is healthy, functional and natural-looking.
Dental Implants in Whitesboro, TX
Wondering if implants are right for you? Call (903) 564-3451 or contact Main Street Dental Smiles to schedule a consultation and get a clear answer. Learn more on our dental implants page.