Dental implants serve as denture alternatives in Portland Maine

In the Greater Portland area, people have realized how functional dental implants are. They have learned that they are very effective in preventing unsightly changes to ones facial structure due to tooth loss. Dental implants are substitute to dentures. While dentures are removable, they are permanent. They are natural-looking teeth implanted to the jaws by natural-feeling titanium cylinders. Implant dentists at Morgan Dental Care can help determine if you need a dental implant or a denture.

Dental implants not for everybody

Your dentist will examine you if can be fitted with dental implants. They would have to check the health of your gums and the underlying bone since the bone must have adequate mass enough to support dental implants. Another thing cosmetic and sedation dentists check is your overall health since unhealthy recipients can become prone to infection or may even reject the implant. Dental implants, as good as they are, needs sufficient time to heal.

Implant dentistry a boon

Getting dental implants mean going through a surgical procedure. Using the latest procedures and techniques, implant dentists surgically place a titanium metal post into the jawbone. It takes two to four months for the titanium post to fully bond or ‘integrate’ with the bone. Meanwhile, a temporary ‘healing cap’ is placed over the post. Then, the permanent tooth or teeth is made using a mold. The custom-made tooth is then attached to the implant. The restoration is now completed.

Some people prefer dental implants despite going through surgery because they cannot be dislodged when eating as compared to dentures. However, permanent implants, or dental implants, may be expensive. If your health or your bone mass does not allow you to have implants or if you find the price to be too steep, consult with cosmetic dentists to learn what your options are.

Never fear, sedation dentistry is here

It is no doubt that pain will accompany any surgical procedure. It is true that implant dentistry is expensive, time consuming and intimidating. You need not worry or fear about the pain. When having dental implants secured to your mouth, sedation dentists will help you by administering anxiolysis or light sedation and oral sedation. This procedure takes away the anxiety and pain you will feel as you go through the procedure.