Dental Implants

Are you living near Fort Lauderdale, FL and dealing with tooth loss? If so, you may be wondering what your options are for replacing your missing tooth or teeth. Maybe you are feeling a bit daunted by all the information on the internet and you’ve come to Dr. Joe Thomas Dentistry Fort Lauderdale to provide you with the reliable dental information you need.

Our dental team has worked with countless patients in the Fort Lauderdale area who have lost permanent teeth due to infection, decay or trauma, and we can also help you. So many people have turned to dental implants to replace their missing teeth and it could just end up the treatment you’ve been looking for. Let us tell you more about implants and how they work.

How Dental Implants Work

The implant consists of a small titanium screw which is surgically placed in the jaw in place of the root. As the implant heals, it fuses with the bone tissue in the gums, which helps to lock the implant in place and to prevent the erosion of healthy bone tissue. Loss of bone density in the gums is one of the serious side effects of tooth loss and can lead to further oral health problems in the future. After the implant has healed, the cosmetic crown is attached and the restoration is complete. If you decide to get dental implants, keeping up a good oral hygiene routine and follow up preventive treatment with your dentist is mandatory to preserve the health of the implant and the rest of your teeth and gums.

Benefits of Dental Implants

Unlike other dental restorations, implants are designed to be permanent. Once they have healed successfully, they are virtually indistinguishable from your natural teeth. Like natural teeth, they require meticulous oral hygiene and regular dental exams and professional dental cleanings to help prevent infections and gum disease. Implants are the only restoration that help to prevent bone loss in your gums. An implant can be used to replace a single tooth, or a set of dentures — with just a few implants! If you are in good overall health and have enough bone density, dental implants may be a good option for you.

Want to learn more about our dental implant service?
Call Dr. Joe Thomas Dentistry in Fort Lauderdale at (954) 933-5937 to schedule an appointment and take the first step towards restoring your smile. 

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