Tooth loss is, early in life, something we tend to get at least a little excited about because we know that losing a tooth means a visit from the Tooth Fairy. Adults are not so fortunate. When a permanent tooth is lost, we are left with a gaping hole in the smile and potentially much worse. Tooth loss in adulthood leaves us with an immediate need for replacement. Patients of Dr. Brianne Luu have options that include the latest technique in dental implants.

As an experienced dentist serving the areas of Azusa, Rosemead, and beyond, Dr. Luu understands that every smile has unique needs. Dental implants are suitable for most patients, resulting in a number of beneficial effects:

Implants can last a lifetime

Different than standard forms of tooth replacement, implants are designed to replace missing roots. The process includes the placement of a titanium post, the artificial root, into the jawbone. Bone tissue, over the course of months, grows around the post, stabilizing it just like a natural root. When stabilization is complete, the post is topped with the appropriate restoration. When oral health remains in good condition, implants can last for many decades.

Implants are conservative

Replacing one or more teeth with bridgework has been the norm for many decades. This treatment, however, means that the teeth on each side of the gap must be filed down and covered with a crown. Being stabilized by the jawbone, implants do not rely on surrounding teeth for support. Filling the gap of a missing tooth with an implant also restores the support needed by surrounding teeth to keep them in place.

Implants preserve the natural smile aesthetic

Implants themselves cannot be seen as they are situated beneath the gums. What is seen, however, is a natural looking crown, bridge, or denture, which has been shaped and colored to the exact proportions to complement surrounding teeth and facial structure perfectly.

Implants feel natural

One of the most notable benefits of implant treatment is the restoration of the natural feel of the smile. Eat what you wish, smile and laugh when you wish. Feel comfortable and confident all the time!

Don’t let tooth loss affect your smile and your oral health.

Call Gentle Care Dentistry at +1 626-466-9596 today.

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