09/28/2016 15:07
Implants can replace your tooth in a way that looks and feels natural. When a tooth is lost or extracted, the teeth adjacent to the gap can begin to shift into the space, while the opposing tooth can hyper erupt and drop into the space. Both of these issues can increase your risk of dental disease and tooth loss, and create more cosmetic problems. Different types of dental implants and different dental implant techniques are available to restore your smile to its natural beauty.
1. Endosteal implants – This is the most common type of implant. The screw-like titanium device is implanted into the jawbone, and once the bone heals around it, the implant is capped with an artificial tooth.
2. Subperiosteal – This is a less common implant design and is typically used when the bone density or height is insufficient to support conventional implants. Subperiosteal implants are designed like a frame that fit over the jawbone but under the gums.
Both types of implants can be topped with crowns, bridges, or dentures based on your needs or desires. Call us today to find out more or to schedule an appointment with our Beverly Hills dental implants expert.
