Implant Dentistry
Dental implants are specially designed screws that are placed in the jawbone and act like natural tooth roots. Replacement teeth can then be attached. Even dentures can be made to feel more comfortable and secure. Dental implants have a high rate of success and are widely considered the most secure solution to replace missing teeth. Adaptable to a variety of needs, dental implants can be used in the following clinical situations:
- Single tooth replacement
- Multiple tooth replacement
- Edentulous cases - no teeth
- To stabilize dentures and bridges
The main function of a dental implant is to act as an abutment, or root, for a prosthetic device such as a crown or denture. Dr. Steinberg designs and fabricates a prosthetic that is similar to the original tooth, while evaluating and treating the implant supported prosthesis similarly to a natural tooth.
Treatment of Choice for Tooth Loss
Why are dental implants preferred to other types of tooth replacement treatment? One answer is the level of predictability in the outcome of a patient's procedure. Most studies now show a greater than 95% success rate for dental implants, and some studies even show a greater than 97.5% success rate. This is phenomenal news for patients who have lost teeth and are looking for a permanent solution!
Are You a Candidate for Dental Implants?
Modern techniques have made it possible for nearly everyone who is missing teeth to qualify as a candidate for dental implant treatment. The determining factors are a sufficient amount of quality bone, good oral hygiene, and generally good health. Age is not a limitation for dental implant treatment, provided the individual is healthy.
If a patient has already lost significant amounts of bone, Dr. Steinberg can perform a simple and effective bone grafting procedure are available to supplement the existing structure. This procedure may use artificial bone or the patient's own bone. The healing process may take longer with those of advanced age, and we will always tell you what to expect during the process, so you can remain at ease after the grafting treatment.
Before implant treatment, the remaining teeth and gums need to be healthy and regular hygiene and check-up appointments are important for long-term success. It is important to choose someone like Dr. Steinberg, who has specialty training with experience in this field.
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If you’ve considered improving your smile, but have never taken that first step, now is the time! Review the broad spectrum of restorative and cosmetic dentistry options with a dental expert. At Dr. Howard M. Steinberg's Tucson office, we restore, renew, and enhance smiles until they are truly works of art. Contact us to schedule your free consultation. You'll never regret the decision to achieve enhanced dental function and beauty.
Tucson, AZ 85712
