7. Jul 2021. | Dental Prosthetics | Dr Cerny
Millions of people suffer tooth loss every year, due to tooth decay, injury or gum diseases like gingivitis. Today, we can transform your broken smile with the magic dentistry procedure called “dental implants”. In the past, the options were limited to bridges and dentures, but now we can replace tooth roots with implants that provide a strong foundation for permanent or removable replacement teeth specifically made to match your own natural teeth.
Here are a few of the many advantages of implants, including:
- Improved appearance: These implants are made to look and feel like your own teeth, so they fuse with the bone and become permanent.
- Improved comfort: Implants can eliminate the discomfort of removable dentures as soon as they become part of you.
- Easier eating: Now you can eat with confidence and with no pain because the difference is that implants function like your own teeth, unlike dentures that slide while eating.
- Speech: Poor-fitting dentures have a way of slipping within the mouth which often leads to a slur of words, but implants now allow you to speak without worrying your teeth might slip.
- Improved oral health: Long term oral health is improved because implants don’t require reducing other teeth and more of your own teeth can now be left intact, unlike with tooth-supported bridges does.
- Improved self-esteem: When you have your smile back, you will feel better about yourself and this will raise your level of self-esteem and confidence.
- Durability: Implants can last many years because they are very durable and with good care, implants can sometimes last a lifetime!
- Convenience: Implants eliminates any feelings of embarrassment you might have because you had to remove your dentures in public or if you had the hassle of keeping your dentures in place by messy adhesives.
Anyone healthy enough to undergo routine oral surgery or dental extraction can be considered for this type of dental service. If you have healthy gums with enough bones to hold the implant, then we can help you find your confident smile again. Dr Cerny’s clinic has already helped many patients to regain their confidence and their smile. Call us today for an appointment.
2. May 2021. | Dental Prosthetics | Dr Cerny
Dental implants are most often used to replace any damaged or ruptured teeth, and with the advances that have been made in dental technology, the implants can be made to look exactly like your real teeth.
When some people hear the phrase ‘dental implants’, they think of the large, clunky dentures that were so prevalent 50 years ago, but the implants available today are entirely natural looking and you won’t even be able to see the difference between them.
Your smile is a significant source of confidence and if you’ve got a chipped tooth or a missing tooth, it can greatly affect your self-esteem, resulting in you wanting to hide your smile rather than show it off. Dr. Cerny and her team are here to help by fitting you with a dental implant that will have you smiling again in no time.
How do dental implants work?
- You’ll first need to have a consultation so that the dentist can evaluate your oral health. Ideal candidates for dental implants have healthy gums.
- Your customised dental implant will be created out of titanium and placed either on top of the jaw or fixed into the jawbone
- The framework of the dental implant is fused into the bone first, followed by adding the actual implant. These two steps do not occur at the same time; you’ll first need to heal from the framework being inserted.
Immediately after your procedure you may feel mild discomfort but this procedure has minimal downtime and you’ll be able to return to work or school within 24 hours. You’ll also be able to speak regularly and chew normally soon after the surgery.
For more information about dental implants or to book a consultation, please contact Dr. Cerny’s office today. We look forward to hearing from you!
1. Feb 2021. | Dental Prosthetics | Dr Cerny
So, you’re looking for the perfect dental reconstruction technique and you want to know if dental implants are the right choice for you. The demand for this procedure has grown incredibly in the last few years – and here’s why:
- They often give better results than bridges. Fixed bridges can work for most people and situations – and they’re a cheaper alternative to dental implants. However, dental implants will give you the most natural looking smile possible. They can be colour matched to your existing teeth and you’ll be able to easily chew any food, whether it is something crunchy or sticky.
- They give better support to your bone structure. Because dental implants are fitted directly onto your jawbone they’ll help to prevent bone density loss and keep facial muscles functioning properly. This will keep your facial structure looking youthful and staying strong for the rest of your life.
- They’ll last a lifetime. Unlike a dental bridge, which may last around ten years, dental implants will last you your entire lifetime if they are taken care of properly. That’s because they are made from titanium – an incredibly durable material – and anchored securely.
- They’re designed for comfort. While you’ll have to be careful not to consume anything very hot or very cold, dental implants are still the most comfortable option for dental restoration. This is because they’ll behave the most like natural teeth and while they may feel slightly strange at first, you’ll forget they’re there in no time at all.
- They’re easy to care for. Dental implants do require some special care, but it’s not much when you consider how much work other dental restoration techniques require in order to stay in perfect shape. You’ll have to avoid consuming very hold and cold foods and drinks because of how it affects the metal in your mouth, avoid vibrating toothbrushes and you’ll have to inform any dental health technicians that you have implants before you undergo any other procedures. Other than that, there’s very little you need to do – other than sit back and admire your perfect smile!
If you’d like to find out more about dental implants or have any other questions, please visit our website or contact us today.
