Natural Looking Dental Implant
When most people set out to replace one or more missing teeth, one of their main goals is to find a prosthetic option that looks, feels, and functions as much like a healthy natural tooth as possible. In some cases, like with the front teeth, appearance matters more than it might with other teeth. Regardless of the area of the mouth where implants are needed, with dental implants, patients can universally meet all of these goals. Dental implants are engineered to function and look just like natural teeth, and, in most cases, they are the most natural-looking dental replacement option available, looking and feeling like strong, healthy, natural teeth. Especially when patients are replacing their front teeth, a natural and attractive appearance is of the utmost importance; after all, what’s the point of restoring your smile if the end result isn’t both functional and beautiful?
Qualified dental implant experts are extensively trained in emerging dental implant technologies, helping them stay abreast of innovations in materials and techniques. Many different types of dental health experts, including dentists, periodontists, prosthodontists, and oral and maxillofacial surgeons, are licensed to perform dental implant restorations. Dental implant procedures require a combination of science, engineering, and art, and it’s important to review the qualifications and expertise of the dental health practitioner you choose. This expertise in understanding aesthetics combined with scientific acumen can result in dental restorations that are strong and stable and that are also perfectly matched in shape and color to your natural teeth.
Digital imaging technology is one innovation that helps dental health practitioners guarantee excellent fit and placement. The variety of materials that can be used to make dental restorations also ensure that the restorations will be perfectly matched in both color and luminescence, and new materials are being designed and tested continuously, consistently expanding options. The nature of the dental implant procedure itself also contributes greatly to the natural appearance of the final restoration. Dental implant fixtures are surgically based firmly within the bones of the jaw, and the gum tissue is given time to heal around the surgical site. When the implant restoration is affixed to the top of the implant, it appears as if a tooth is emerging from, and being gently supported by, the gum tissue, just as it would appear with a natural tooth. Some implants have a restoration attached to each fixture, though in some cases, it may be possible to place dental restorations on as few as four implants while maintaining all the function and appearance of a full set of healthy teeth. This means a less-invasive surgical procedure with no little to no compromise otherwise. If you’re considering dental implants to replace one or more missing teeth, don’t be afraid to ask to see pictures of your dentist’s previous restorations, and be sure to discuss the different materials and types of implants they prefer to use. With a little research and some time, you and the right dentist can help you redesign and renew your gorgeous smile.