Thumbs Up NPBCAFor those who have lost a tooth, finding a proper prosthetic replacement can be very important to the future of your oral health. Or if you have a situation where you are facing an extraction, you also may be weighing your options.

By far, the most stable and functional solution comes with one or more dental implant solutions. The use of titanium and the process of osseointegration are leading to more customizable and unique solutions that are designed to last. And restore and maintain function, strengthening your bite!

Today, your Newport Beach, CA dentist writes about how planning a dental implant path forward may be a fantastic solution for you.

Amazing Titanium

One of the most incredible things about our current use of dental implants is a process known as osseointegration. Essentially, titanium grows with our body in a unique way. Our immune system not only allows the metal to exist, but our body even protects it from damage and infection.

This mechanism is also utilized in replacing lost limbs, and that connection routinely becomes so strong that the vibrations create a new sense that is similar to touch. This process allows us to maintain sturdy implants for decades to come!

A Localized Solution

If you require the replacement of a single tooth, a dental implant procedure may help you. By isolating a problem site and removing infected tissue from the mouth, we may be able to prevent the growth of bacteria. But patients sometimes hold on to material despite an infection, as the thought of an extraction is so unpleasant.

By replacing this with an even more functional tooth prosthetic, we can eliminate the time spent waiting for a solution. Every minute an infection is allowed to exist in the structures of the mouth, the more damage it can do. This is not only harmful to your dental health, but this is linked to problems with other areas of the body, as well.

More Accessible Than Ever

New advancements in dental technology are emerging every day, and the field of implants and their posts is one area that has been exploding! CAD, or Computer-Aided Design, allows for more customizable solutions within minutes. Scale and shape can help uniquely fit an implant in your situation. 3D printing is also growing as an avenue for the production of dental materials.

These technologies are creating new smiles for Americans every day, and look to only increase in the coming years. If you are suffering from a problem tooth, speak to your dentist about the possibility of replacement. Waiting may cause further damage, so an open dialog with your oral healthcare provider can led to better outcomes.

Call Today To Learn More!

If you are in need of a tooth replacement, now may be the right time for you! Please give Dr. Hofkes at Balboa Dental Surgery a call at (949)630-0143. Or stop by our office here in Newport Beach, CA!