How Can You Treat Bone Loss?
Bone loss around the teeth and jaw is much more common than you think, and it arises from tooth loss or, more commonly, “periodontitis” or “gum disease.” In this disease, bacteria in plaque gradually eat away at the bone that supports the teeth. Bone loss in the gums can affect people of all ages, even those with very healthy teeth. However, it becomes more common with age.
Dental implants are a common procedure to replace missing teeth due to decay, disease, or injury. Dental implants are used to support other dental treatments such as dentures. Implant-supported dentures are ideal for people who want to maximize their ability to eat and smile. However, in order to function properly dental implants require strong bones. This has many people wondering if it is still possible to have dental implants if the bone loss is severe. It’s possible, it just requires a few extra steps. Digital Dentures + Implants will explain how this tiny device can help patients with severe bone loss.
Why Does Bone Loss Affect Dental Implants?
To understand why bone loss can affect your ability to get dental implants, it is important to understand how dental implants work. Dental implants differ from bridges and dentures because they attach directly to the jawbone. Dental implants are held in bone with screws. Patients with severe bone loss in the jaw do not have enough bone to hold traditional implants securely in place. These patients are often told they are not suitable for implants. Fortunately, even in the absence of a jaw, there are techniques that make implants possible.
How Do Digitally Guided Implants Work?
Implantology has greatly evolved in the past decade. With the advancements in technology in recent years, implants are arguably now the first choice for replacing missing teeth, even under the most difficult conditions. Digitally guided implant placement uses digital image information obtained from computed tomography (CT) scans to make the process more accurate, faster, and less invasive. The best part about using this advanced technology is that you can preview the results. It also allows your dentist to show you different treatment options with different predicted outcomes, allowing you to participate in treatment planning and make an informed decision.
Did You Know That There Are Different Types Of Dental Implants?
Bone grafting is a surgical procedure that uses grafted bone to repair and rebuild diseased or damaged bones. Bone grafting is an option for restoring bone in almost any part of the body, even in your mouth. In many cases, due to modern technology dental implants can be done without lengthy bone grafting procedures. A qualified oral surgeon considers many factors before recommending a dental implant solution. Some of these factors are the number of teeth to be replaced, the cause of the patient’s bone loss, and how much bone loss is occurring in which area of the jaw.
Today, dental implants are virtually indistinguishable from your natural teeth. If you have a single missing tooth or multiple dental implants can help you. Our dentures and implants are top-of-the-line treatments developed to solve dental problems with modern technology. Dentistry can often be very scary for some people. Our staff will work hard to make sure you feel comfortable and safe during the implant procedure. For Southern California patients seeking dental care in Arcadia, Los Angeles, Venture, or Hesperia, and Texas patients in the Lewisville area, call Digital Denture + Implants today at 866-512-2084 to learn more about how dental implants and dentures can help you.
