07/06/2017 15:20
Dental implants take the place of tooth roots. Once they have been placed in the jaw and fused with the bone, they can be restored with a new prosthetic tooth. Dr. Shindler, our dentist in Agoura Hills, can help you choose the best dental implant restorations for your needs.
Several types of restorations can be used with dental implants based on the number of teeth you are missing and the different types of implants you have. These include:
1. Porcelain crowns
Crowns are most commonly used with individual implants and offer the most natural-looking, durable results. If you have lost one or more teeth and want an implant solution that is virtually identical to your own teeth, porcelain crowns and implants might just be the best option for you.
2. Dental bridges
When you are missing a few teeth in a row, dental bridges can be used to replace them. The implants are placed strategically as abutments to support the bridges much like natural teeth would be used.
3. Dentures
If you are missing most or all of the teeth in an arch, you might be a candidate for implant-supported dentures. The implants are placed at specific points and used to support dentures, which can snap into place easily using the implants for added strength and stability.
Call Dr. Shindler, our dental implant dentist in Agoura Hills, today to learn more about restoring your dental implants or to schedule your consultation with our team.
