A dental implant is a titanium screw-like structure that replaces a missing tooth. With devices, the surgeon inserts an implant into the jawbone, and it acts as an anchor for an artificial tooth, called a crown. A device called an abutment connects the artificial tooth to the dental implant.The crown is custom-made to fit the person’s mouth and match the color of their teeth. Crowns look, feel, and function like natural teeth.Implant advantages include:
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Are more natural and comfortable
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Have a higher success rate
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Improve chewing function
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Lead to a lower risk of cavities developing in nearby teeth
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Lead to better maintenance of bone at the site of the lost tooth
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Cause decreased sensitivity in nearby teeth
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Do not need to be taken out and cleaned every night
However, dental implants are not suitable for everyone. The implanting devices must bond with the jawbone, so a person’s bones must be healthy before they can undergo implant surgery.
