A dental implant procedure with Dr. Gaydos-Daniel and Dr. David Kim leading Murfreesboro area dental implant periodontists, is today’s current and most preferred treatment for missing teeth. Getting a dental implant procedure gives patients a permanent, beautiful, high-functioning smile without having to wear a conventional dental appliance.
Dental Implant Structure
A dental implant has three components.
1.) The first component is a screw-like titanium piece that Drs. Gaydos-Daniel and Kim surgically install in the jaw during a dental implant procedure. The material is very friendly to the body and naturally resists decay. Once installed, the implant will fuse to the bone, a process called osseointegration, and function like a real tooth root.
2.) The second component is called the abutment. This is the visible middle piece that comes up through the gum line and provides a seat for the crown.
3.) The third piece of the dental implant is called the dental crown and is attached to the abutment. This is the part that looks and functions like a human tooth.
Why More People Choose the Dental Implant Procedure
More people are choosing the dental implant procedure instead of wearing standard dentures and dental bridges. In order to work properly, a standard dental bridge must be anchored between two natural teeth, which need to be ground down and covered with a crown in order for the bridge to fit. This can make them more vulnerable to decay. Standard dentures are also less appealing because they can be uncomfortable to wear and lead to bone loss in the jaw. Well-maintained dental implants tend to provide much longer service to the patient than these alternative treatments.
Patients who have dental implants report greater success and satisfaction on many levels. Dental implants work like strong, healthy teeth and are supported by decades of research. Not only do they stay in place and last for decades with proper oral hygiene, they engage the jaw bone to keep it strong and functional. A dental implant procedure is even possible for patients with existing bone loss by using techniques to rebuild missing or damaged bone.
A dental implant procedure with Murfreesboro area dental implant periodontists Dr. Gaydos-Daniel and Dr. Kim can change your life. Call us today for a consultation.