Implants Restoration
General Dentist & Family & Cosmetic Dentistry located in Downtown Brooklyn, Brooklyn, NY
Suppose you’re self-conscious about your appearance after losing a tooth. In that case, there are various ways to replace it, including a dental implant. Ezra Trachtenberg, DMD, and the team at Willoughby Dental provide compassionate care to the residents in the Brooklyn, New York, community. If you struggle with gaps in your smile, Dr. Trachtenberg evaluates your condition to determine if an implant restoration can help. To schedule an appointment with Dr. Trachtenberg, call the Willoughby Dental office today, or book a consultation on the website.
Dental implants are customized artificial teeth that Dr. Trachtenberg attaches to your bone. These implants are a more permanent choice when you’ve lost a tooth. Bridges and dentures are options but don’t get fixated into your jawbone like implants.
There are two separate components to a dental implant — the implant itself and the artificial tooth secured to the implant in your jaw.
Dr. Trachtenberg recommends dental implants when you’ve lost one or more teeth due to disease or injury. They’re an option when you don’t want to wear dentures or a bridge.
However, your mouth and jaw need good health for dental implants to work. Dr. Trachtenberg attaches the implant into or on top of your bone, so you must have enough bone to support it.
Dr. Trachtenberg bases your implant procedure on your specific needs. The restoration procedure is a process and takes several appointments.
After Dr. Trachtenberg evaluates your oral health, the first step is to remove the damaged tooth and prepare the area for the implant. The following steps include:
Your overall health and the type of implant you’re receiving determine the number of appointments you’ll need. Dr. Trachtenberg tracks your progress every step over the several months it takes to perform an implant restoration.
There are various benefits to having a dental implant over other options. For instance, the implant is permanent and secure since it’s fixed into your jawbone. Other benefits of implant restoration include:
There are some risks associated with dental implants, just as there are for any other type of procedure. Dr. Trachtenberg evaluates your oral health and explains the process to help you determine if implant restoration is the right avenue for you.
To make an appointment with Dr. Trachtenberg, contact Willoughby Dental today, or request a consultation on the website.