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We would all like to leave this earth with a full-mouthed smile, but this wish may not come true because tooth loss is common. Gum disease and extensive tooth decay may lead to missing teeth. Again, even those diligent in brushing and flossing, dental trauma, and worn-out teeth (due to teeth clenching) may point you towards a new set of teeth.
Fortunately, when looking for a tooth replacement, you are not only limited to traditional dentures. AtΒ General & Cosmetic Family Dental Clinic, we offerΒ full mouth dental implantsΒ to replace your missing teeth, even if itβs an entire arch!
The first step to appreciating the value of full-mouth implants is understanding what an implant is. An implant is a tiny titanium screw inserted deep into your jawbone to act as a natural tooth root. Alongside an abutment (connector) and a crown (or any other prosthetic component), an implant replaces your entire tooth from the root up to the crown.
You might wonder how a screw replaces a natural tooth root. Well, the titanium screw is biocompatible, meaning that it fuses with the jawbone during the healing process. Once the implant is surgically inserted in your jawbone, it needs a few months to integrate with the bone to form a stable anchorage, just like your natural tooth root.
Here is the exciting part. You donβt need an implant for each lost tooth. If you need to replace an entire arch of teeth, you only need four implants placed at strategic locations in your mouth. These implants are then used to support a set of false teeth, which could be dentures or a bridge.
Where do we even start? Full mouth implants have numerous benefits. Some include:
Ready to regain your smile and have your confidence back in Burlington, ON? Please dial [phone_no] to book an appointment with the General & Cosmetic Family Dental Clinic. Drs. Sam Gupta, Abhishek ApratimΒ and the team have the expertise and technology to install different types of implants, including full mouth implants.