Signs Your Dental Implant Needs Attention

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Dental Patient O Fallon ILDental implants are the gold standard in teeth replacement. Unlike any other type of restoration, they offer a replacement for the missing tooth as well as the missing tooth root. This ensures your prosthetic tooth (or teeth) is securely anchored into your jawbone for a confident and durable smile. Implants involve the surgical placement of a titanium post into the jaw. The implant will fuse to the surrounding bone and form a firm foundation for a dental implant restoration to be attached on top. Depending on how many teeth you are replacing, the implant restoration can involve a custom crown, bridge or denture. (more…)