Dental implants are a premier solution for tooth loss, surgically replacing a missing root with a durable post that creates a secure anchor for a new restoration. While this advanced treatment requires several appointments and a healing period of a few months, the result is a long-term replacement that, with proper care, can last a lifetime. At NYC Dentistry Center, we provide affordable dental implants in Midtown East. Below, we’ll explore the benefits of implants, discuss who makes an ideal candidate, and provide a brief overview of the treatment process.
Benefits of Dental Implants
Dental implant treatment is widely regarded as the gold standard for replacing missing teeth, and there are several reasons for this, which we’ve outlined below.
- Treatment provides teeth that are stable, strong, and durable.
- Dental implant teeth have a greater biting and chewing strength, allowing for an increased choice of foods. Better nutrition can positively benefit overall health.
- Implant posts help protect and stimulate the jawbone, preventing jawbone resorption.
- Dental implants help to preserve facial structure by providing adequate support for the muscles in your cheeks and lips.
- Implants are self-supporting, so there is no need to reshape adjacent teeth, which is the case for traditional bridges.
- Dental implant treatment can improve overall quality of life, self-confidence, and self-esteem.
Who Is a Candidate for Dental Implants?
You must be aged over 18 for treatment because your teeth and jaws need to have finished growing and developing. It doesn’t matter if you are older, and treatment can help people who may have lost teeth decades ago.
Other important considerations include:
- Good overall health, as some conditions can affect the immune system and may impact the ability to heal after implant surgery.
- Good dental health, or a willingness to receive treatment to address any dental issues before implant surgery.
- Good jawbone density to support the implants, although we can address any deficiencies with bone grafting.
- Have lost one or more teeth or are facing tooth loss.
- Find it tricky to wear dentures comfortably, or do not wish to wear dentures.
- Are a non-smoker or are unwilling to quit during treatment, as smoking can severely impact healing, increasing the risk of implant failure.
- Are committed to good ongoing oral care, as your implants must be kept clean and regularly maintained to avoid infection and possible failure.
If you're unsure whether dental implants are right for you, you can also see what our patients say about their treatment experience.
Types of Implant Treatment
Dental implant treatment is versatile and suitable for single or multiple tooth loss, as well as when an entire arch of teeth is missing. Treatment options include:
- Single dental implants.
- Front tooth implants.
- Full mouth dental implants.
- All-on-four dental implants, where a complete arch is restored using just four or six dental implants.
- Denture implants.
- Zirconia implants that are entirely metal-free.
- Immediate dental implants.
You can learn more about each of the above treatments on their dedicated webpages.
Each treatment is used in specific situations, so when you visit us for your initial consultation, we can discuss your treatment goals, assess the number of teeth that need replacement, and provide a suitable custom treatment plan.
NYC Dentistry Center
6 E 45th St #801
New York, NY 10017
212-518-6096
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