Dental Implant Technology
Dental implants are not newcomers, nor are they some mysterious or exotic treatment. Like orthopedic implants (hip replacements, for example), dental implants have become quite predictable and will become the standard of care for the replacement of missing teeth. Quite simply, what they are is a titanium replacement for the missing root of the extracted tooth that can then support some kind of dental replacement for the tooth or teeth. The question is not, "Why should I replace a missing tooth with an implant?" but rather, "Why should I risk damage to the adjacent teeth with some kind of fixed appliance?"
There are many uses for implants, but primarily we use them for replacing missing teeth with a fixed, cemented crown. The four pictures here depict an x-ray of the surgically placed implant, followed by an x-ray of the implant with a crown in place. The next two pictures show the part of the implant protruding into the mouth and the final crown in place to restore the function of the missing tooth.
While not every situation of replacing a missing tooth with an implant is possible, we work very closely with the implant surgeons to provide the following benefits to our patients.
- Eliminate the need to grind down healthy adjacent teeth for a bridge.
- Eliminate or replace the need for an awkward or unsightly removable partial denture.
- Provide the closest possible replacement of natural teeth.
- By maintaining the natural look of the gum tissue, we can make the smile appear natural.
Dr Stephen R Bjorklund DDS, Cosmetic Dentist - Providing services in Teeth Whitening, One Appointment Crowns, and Extreme Makeover Dentistry to the areas of Minneapolis, St Paul, and Wayzata Minnesota.
250 North Central, Suite 111 Wayzata, MN 55391
Ph. 952-475-1997, Fx. 952-475-3978
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