The most advanced tooth replacement option available today is a dental implant. This device consists of a titanium post that is set into the jaw, which bonds with the bone and creates a sturdy foundation for a realistic false tooth. Your dentist will help you decide if this is the right treatment option for your situation, but to give you some idea of whether it can help, here are a few problems dental implants solve.

What a Dental Implant Can Treat

1. Lost Teeth

If you have one or more missing teeth, a dental implant will replace them with realistic versions that offer a discreet, natural look. The implant can support individual teeth or a row of them if necessary. If you are about to undergo a tooth extraction, talk to your dentist about replacing the tooth as soon as possible with an implant.

2. Denture Problems

If your dentures are unstable or if you are worried they will come out when you speak or eat, implants offer a permanent solution. Implant-supported dentures are the most stable denture option available. Once they snap into place, they will not wobble or fall out, remaining as still as natural teeth.

3. Bone Deterioration

Up to 25% of the bone is lost when you lose a tooth, and the bone will continue to shrink. Waning bone can threaten adjacent teeth. To prevent this from happening, your jawbone needs the kind of physical stimulation it would normally get from your tooth roots. Fortunately, a dental implant encourages bone maintenance and growth in the area.

If you want to get dental implants to address any of these issues, contact the skilled team at Dentaworks Hawaii in Honolulu. For over 30 years, Dr. Douglas Chang, DDS, and his team have provided Oahu residents with a full range of dental care services, including routine cleanings, dental implants, and teeth whitening treatments. Learn more about their services online, or call (808) 528-1200 to schedule an appointment.