There are many factors which can result in tooth loss and as an adult we understand that this can be a highly distressing and uncomfortable situation to find yourself in. The main cause of tooth loss is poor oral hygiene. Unfortunately, sometimes, we may think that we have a good dental hygiene routine in place, but without regular visits to our dentist at Ipswich Dental Surgery you cannot be sure. This is because many dental issues are asymptomatic to begin with and may only present themselves once they have progressed significantly or caused irreversible damage.
To help prevent this it is important that you visit our dentist on a regular basis and we recommend booking an appointment every 6 months for a comprehensive examination of your teeth and gums. This is to make sure that they are strong and healthy and that there are no underlying dental problems present. Sometimes dental issues may have progressed so far that your tooth cannot be saved and either it falls out naturally or you have to undergo a tooth extraction. Unfortunately sometimes you may lose a tooth as a result of an injury or trauma to your mouth. If you have lost a tooth or you have missing teeth then you are not alone, speak to us at our surgery today to find out about the treatment options that we have to help address your missing teeth.
What are dental implants?
Dental implants in Ipswich are the gold standard in tooth replacement therapy. Over the last couple of decades there has been a staggering surge in popularity concerning dental implants for addressing tooth loss. Although dental implants have been around since the 1960s, the real uptake has been seen in the last two decades. This is thanks to advances in dental technology and the use of the internet, digital marketing and social media to help educate the public on the advantages of dental implants for replacing missing teeth. Speak to us to find out about dental implants in Ipswich and how they may be the perfect solution for you.
Our dentist at the practice has had plenty of experience in dealing with dental implants in Ipswich and implantation surgery. You can rest assured that with your dental health being our priority, we will make sure that the process is as easy and comfortable for you as possible. Dental implant surgery is an invasive procedure, but it is a practically permanent solution for tooth loss and once carried out successfully you will have new teeth almost for life.
You will need to undergo a thorough examination of your teeth and gums to make sure that you have no other underlying dental issues present. If so, these should be addressed prior to dental implant surgery. The dentist will also need to make sure that you have sufficient healthy bone for the implant to be inserted into your jaw and that you are fit and healthy, so that the implant can be successfully embedded by a natural body process. This process, known as osseointegration, can take approximately three months to be completed successfully. After which you can have your choice of dental prosthetic attached to the implant securely and permanently to restore the appearance and health of your teeth and smile.
