Are you in need of a dental implant?
Dental implants restore teeth by beautifying your smile and reinforcing the jawbone. At Fedon Family Dental, Dr. Jennifer Fedon-Jehowski provides her Shelby Township, MI, patients with restorative procedures to improve their life.
When Should Someone Get Dental Implants?
If you're suffering from tooth loss, you have to deal with this problem as soon as possible. Missing teeth lead to deterioration of your bones without the support it needs.
Other reasons you may need to consider getting dental implants other than a missing tooth are:
- You have an infected tooth that needs to be extracted.
- The face has sunken in because of tooth loss.
- A loose bridge and/or severely damaged tooth.
Want to learn more about the process?
- Dr. Fedon-Jehowski applies local anesthetic before the procedure.
- The dentist removes tooth remnants and inserts a titanium post into the jawbone.
- The doctor will then surgically close the area, allowing the surgical area to heal over the course of 3 to 6 months. During this time, the titanium post fuses with the bone.
- When you return, your Shelby Township dentist will re-open the area, insert an abutment and place a crown over the abutment that matches the rest of your teeth.
What are the advantages of dental implants?
Implants have a high success rate, reaching 95%, compared to other dental restorations, and if taken care of properly, can last a lifetime. Another advantage is that implants don't slip out of place like dentures and provide your jawbone with the support it needs so that it doesn't shrink. If you don't replace missing teeth, the jawbone weakens and sinks, which makes a person look older. Implants also fill a single gap or all of your teeth while allowing you to eat your favorite foods and giving you a beautiful smile.
Have more questions?
Dental implants can save your teeth and prevent future problems. If you have questions or concerns, Dr. Jennifer Fedon-Jehowski can help you out. Call Fedon Family Dental in Shelby Township, MI at (586) 781-6508 to make an appointment today!