If you’re living with tooth loss, you’re not alone. According to the American Dental Association, it’s common for adults aged 24 and older to have three or more decayed or missing teeth. Potential repercussions of tooth loss include ongoing jawbone deterioration, drifting of adjacent teeth, gum disease, tooth decay, loss of other teeth, physical discomfort, and a hit to your self-esteem.
Replacing missing teeth is necessary to prevent tooth loss from negatively impacting oral health, systemic health, and quality of life! The good news is that ongoing advances in dental technology means you no longer have to settle for conventional tooth replacement solutions. When you entrust your smile to Shasta Family Dentistry, you’ll meet a team that blends knowledge, skills, compassion, and technology to deliver affordable dental implants in Redding, CA, and Palo Cedro, CA!
Replacing missing teeth is necessary to prevent tooth loss from negatively impacting oral health, systemic health, and quality of life!
The three-part dental implant includes an implant post, abutment, and restoration. The three components work together to restore oral function and smile aesthetics optimally. The screw-like titanium implant post is surgically placed in a predetermined site in your jawbone, where it fuses over a three- to six-month period. The dental implant abutment is attached to the implant post with a fixation screw to support an artificial tooth, bridge, or full mouth dental implant.
With proper care, dental implants can last decades or even a lifetime, providing unmatched durability compared to traditional restorations.
Dental implants are the only permanent tooth replacement option and are widely recognized as the standard of care for missing teeth. The titanium implant assumes the role of the missing tooth root once it fuses with your underlying bone. The result is a tooth replacement that looks, feels, and functions like your missing tooth.
While similar to a conventional bridge, implants integrate with your jawbone to keep the bone healthy. This type of bridge is ideal when you have three or more missing teeth in a row. An implant-supported bridge doesn’t require modification of healthy teeth and provides superior durability and natural-looking aesthetics.
With conventional dentures, the bone that previously surrounded your natural tooth roots progressively deteriorates until it’s completely resorbed. Bone loss can cause gum irritation, an ill-fitting denture, the need for periodic relining, and undesirable facial changes. Dental implants in Redding, CA, and Palo Cedro, CA, provide a far more stable, secure, and comfortable prosthesis, especially if you choose a fixed prosthesis rather than a removable overdenture.
If you’re missing all or most of your teeth, All-on-X full mouth dental implants are life-changing. This innovative, streamlined omplete dental implants protocol involves strategically placing four or more dental implants per arch and fitting you with a temporary prosthesis the same day as surgery.
During your initial consultation at Shasta Family Dentistry, our team will perform an oral exam, take digital X-rays, and use our cone beam computed tomography scanner for a more in-depth analysis. We need to see if you have active gum disease or lifestyle factors that could negatively impact the fusion process. After your consultation, we’ll outline your unique plan so you know what to expect, including treatment steps, the timeframe, and estimated costs.
If you need tooth extraction or bone grafting, these procedures can sometimes be performed on the same day as surgery. We use specialized software and technology to ensure implants are placed with the highest precision. Once sedation has taken effect and your gums are numb, we carefully create small incisions through your gum tissue and surgically implant the titanium posts. If you need more than over-the-counter medication to manage postsurgical pain, we can prescribe something more substantial.
Dental implants take three to six months to integrate with your underlying bone. Our team will periodically assess your progress to help schedule the best time for your final appointment. An abutment can be attached at the same time as surgery or after healing. You’ll be fitted with a new crown, bridge, or full mouth prosthesis crafted from high-quality zirconia and experience an amazing smile transformation.
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