Dental Implants

We all want brilliant smiles and sometimes the effects of tooth loss can prevent us from feeling confident. Whilst our self-confidence is compromised when we suffer the loss of a tooth, it also prevents the proper function of eating, drinking and talking. Most concerning is when teeth are missing from the jaw, the surrounding bone begins to shrink and eventually the jawbone recedes.

Dental Implants provide a means of replacing lost or damaged teeth without resorting to uncomfortable dentures or bridgework. Regardless of the nature of problems associated with tooth loss, dental implant treatment may provide a simple solution with proven results. Although there are a number of restorative options for the treatment of missing teeth, none have proven to be as functionally effective and durable as dental implants.

Dental implants are artificial tooth replacements which are placed into the jawbone to take the place of your missing tooth root. Dental implants are designed to replicate and feel completely natural, whilst being fully functional and preventing further tooth decay or trauma to the mouth. Additionally, implants may be used in combination with other restorative procedures for maximum effectiveness. The bio-compatible materials of dental tooth implants make them stronger and more durable than their restorative counterparts, such as dentures. Procedural advancements, including the development of narrower mini implants, mean that more people than before are compatible candidates for dental implants.

A dental implant procedure can restore your confidence offering you a permanent solution to the loss of a tooth or teeth. Dental implants will allow you to once again eat and speak with comfort. The durability and the strength of the dental implant can alleviate many of the problems that individuals can experience with teaching teeth or dentures. Dental implants are a logical choice if you want to restore a brilliant smile with functionality, comfort and durability.

Dental Implants
Dr John Harrison is a dentist located in Sydney, Australia with a special interest in dental implant surgery.