In one of our previous blogs, we discussed how implants are placed using advanced dental technology and how this process contributes to greater precision, accuracy, and outcomes. Indeed, dental implants can help address varying degrees of tooth loss and complete your smile with virtually lifelike results, but did you know that they are effective treatment for addressing structural and functional complications that arise from tooth loss? In today’s blog, your Brooklyn, NY periodontists discuss the ways in which implant posts can address structural concerns.
Mimicking Teeth Roots
Each tooth is comprised of the crown and the roots. The crown is the visible portion of your tooth that you brush and care for, and your roots are embedded beneath the gumline in the jaw. Whether you are aware of it or not, you should know that your roots play an important role in allowing your crowns to support the pressure of your bite. You see, the secure connection between the roots and the jaw allows each tooth to absorb a percentage of your bite’s pressure, thus allowing it to evenly distribute among structures.
When a person loses a tooth or has a gap in their smile, the bite weight distribution has to adjust to accommodate the missing structure. This can lead to bite complications and more, if left unmanaged. Additionally, without the teeth roots present to stimulate that section of the jaw, the bone density can decrease or reduce, making it difficult to pursue implant treatment without the need for additional procedures in the future. By seeking treatment early, your implant post can fuse to your jaw bone and mimic your natural teeth roots.
A Secure Connection
As we previously mentioned, teeth roots and your jaw create a secure connection to support your bite’s pressure. Similarly, biocompatible titanium posts fuse to your bone, and once completely healed, will function in a manner similar to your natural roots. Not only does this allow your artificial crown to absorb bite pressure, but keeps the bone stimulated and strong. For more information about this process and how dental implants can benefit you, give our team a call today.
Restoring Your Smile
Your smile is one of your greatest assets, and one that can benefit from up-to-date oral healthcare. Losing a tooth due to an injury, disease, or other concern can be challenging, but state-of-the-art technology and dedicated oral surgeons who care can help restore your smile’s appearance and health in one fell swoop. Ask our team about your restorative implant options by giving us a call.
Learn More Today
Caring for your smile’s health should be a top priority, and in the event infection or injury occurs, it is important to understand your prosthetic and restorative options. To learn more about your dental implant options, or to schedule your appointment with our team, contact Brooklyn Periodontics & Implantology in Brooklyn, NY at 718-444-3800 today.
