When you have a single missing tooth, you may assume a bridge is the right choice for you. But with a dental implant and cone, we can offer an option that preserves tooth structure and fills the gap in your smile. In today’s blog, your Conroe, TX, dentist talks about treating tooth loss with a dental implant and dental crown.
Addressing Minor Tooth Loss
When you lose a single tooth, this could lead to serious trouble for your smile. The gap could allow teeth on either side to gently drift from position, which means the onset of dental misalignment. Poor alignment not only changes the appearance of your smile, but increases the risk of tooth decay and even gum disease. The changes in bite balance from a single missing tooth could also increase the likelihood of TMJ disorder and bruxism (teeth grinding). Finally, the jaw structure around the lost tooth could begin to deteriorate, leading to further tooth loss, as the body will stop sending calcium and phosphates to the jaw where the root is lost. But with dental implants, we can prevent these complications.
Placing Your New Teeth
Our team will first examine your smile and plan the placement process in detail. The new root, a biocompatible titanium post, is guided into the jaw, where the body will accept it as a new root and resume the flow of calcium and phosphates. This means your new tooth will last far longer than traditional bridges. Once the placement area heals, we will move forward with addressing the visible portion of your new tooth.
Securing Your Lifelike Crown
Our team will next connect an abutment to the post, which extends above the gum line. The abutment allows us to attach a dental crown, one that is custom-made to ensure a balanced bite and a comfortable fit, and is also shaded to blend with the smile seamlessly. This prevents misalignment and issues with eating and speaking, and offers lifelike results that allow you to smile with confidence. If you have any questions about addressing your tooth loss with a dental implant and crown, then contact our team today to learn more. We want to help you enjoy new results that not only look natural, but last for years to come.
Do You Have Questions About Our Tooth Replacement Options?
You can fill the unsightly gap in your smile with our individual dental implants. To learn more, then please contact The Dental Centre of Conroe in Conroe, TX by calling 936-441-4600 and schedule your next appointment with our team today. With implant dentistry, we can help you maintain optimal oral health, better bite function, and a natural looking appearance, with results that can last for years to come!