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For patients who have lost teeth due to injury, age, or gum disease, there are a number of options for tooth replacement. But one option has grown in popularity by coming as close as possible to natural teeth: dental implants. This revolutionary procedure offers a number of benefits for your comfort and health, making it the best choice for many patients.

A Brief Guide to Dental Implants

How Do They Work?

A dental implant is a small titanium post with a ridged surface like a screw. This post is surgically inserted into your jawbone, where the roots of the lost tooth used to be. Thanks to the shape and properties of titanium, your bone will grow and fuse to the surface of the implant, securing it in place. Once it has integrated into your jaw, an implant can support a realistic replacement tooth, a bridge to replace multiple teeth, or part of a full denture.

Why Choose Dental Implants?

Dental ImplantsReplacing a missing tooth always comes with several benefits, including restoring your smile and protecting your bite from further changes due to shifting teeth. However, dental implants go beyond these benefits.

They are extremely comfortable and stable even compared to traditional dentures, fixed bridges, and other options. They also provide stimulation to the jawbone, which no other tooth replacement can provide. This stimulation prevents bone loss in the area, keeping it healthy and preventing the future loss of nearby teeth.

Finally, dental implants are a long-term solution; once successfully installed, they will remain in place for decades as long as they’re cared for properly. While implants are a more expensive initial investment in most cases, they will reward your health and comfort for many years to come.

 

If you are missing one or more teeth, talk to your dentist about dental implants. Bradley M. Stewart DMD in Olive Branch, MS, is pleased to offer this advanced treatment option to benefit patients throughout DeSoto County, drawing on 15 years of experience and continuing education. To make an appointment, call (662) 893-5800 or reach out online.

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