If you are missing one or more teeth, Dr. E. Taylor Meiser will suggest dental implants to replace them. These are sophisticated dental restorations that serve as permanent missing teeth solutions. The primary purpose of it is to replace the tooth root and support one or more false teeth. Dr. Meiser is a talented dentist that can supply you with a dental implant in Annapolis, MD.
What is a Dental Implant?
Compared to other tooth replacement solutions, a dental implant will closely resemble your natural teeth. It will function, appear, and feel very similar. They will help you maintain better oral health and overall well-being. It is a longer lasting solution for tooth loss that will provide you with a more stable foundation for false teeth.
Parts of a Dental Implant
A dental implant supported restoration is made up of three essential components: the implant fixture, the abutment, and the dental restoration. Together these parts will effectively replace one or more missing teeth.
Dental Implant Fixture
A dental implant fixture is the foundation of the dental restoration. It is a small, metal post that looks like screw. Most dental implants are made out of titanium due to its biocompatibility. Your dentist will surgically place it in the jawbone. Over a period of several months, the implant will fuse with the surrounding bone tissue. After this integration takes place, the implant fixture then becomes a very stable foundation to secure the replacement tooth. Here, it will also act as the missing tooth root. This will help prevent bone loss and prevent premature aging in the face.
Abutment
The abutment is a connecting piece that your dentist will place on top of the implant after it has fully fused to the jawbone. It protrudes from the gumline and will act as the connector between the implant and the dental restoration. We offer several different shapes and materials to allow for variations in restoration design and customization. The abutment provides the support and connection point for the visible part of the restoration.
Dental Restoration
The dental restoration is the part of the dental implant that resembles the natural tooth. We will custom design one to color match the rest of your natural teeth. We will also take impressions to make sure it fits perfectly in your mouth. We will ensure that it looks and feels seamless. If you are missing one tooth, we will secure a dental crown to a single dental implant. For multiple missing teeth, we will secure a dental bridge or a denture to anywhere from 2-8 dental implants per arch.
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An implant supported dental restoration will allow you chew, speak, and smile with confidence. We will make sure your restoration is designed to integrate perfectly with your surrounding teeth. If you are interested in learning more about how dental implants can improve your overall quality of life, contact Lighthouse Family Dentistry today. Dr. E. Taylor Meiser can provide you with a custom dental implant in Annapolis, MD to restore your smile.