Dental implants are essentially artificial teeth that are carefully made to replace the function and appearance of a natural tooth that has been lost. Teeth can be lost for all kinds of reasons, including tooth decay, gum disease, a bad accident, failed root canal therapy or extensive dental work. What’s most important is that you make the right decision as far as your choice in replacement technology is concerned and according to experienced cosmetic dentist in Silver Spring, Dr. Alan Wolcott, nothing beats artificial teeth implants!
How Do Artificial Teeth Implants Work?
Teeth implants consist of three components: (1) a titanium artificial root, which is used to replace the function of your natural tooth root, (2) an abutment, which attaches to the artificial root that comes through the gums and (3) the tooth, a ceramic crown or, in the case of multiple implants, a dental bridge (typically) made out of several high quality materials such as porcelain, titanium, gold or acrylic.
A dental implant – the titanium tooth root – together with the abutment and crown or bridge, form an artificial tooth that is virtually indistinguishable in fit, function and feel from a natural healthy tooth!
Do Artificial Teeth Implants Look Real?
If placed by a qualified and experienced implant dentist, like Dr. Alan Wolcott, dental implants look anything but artificial! The artificial root itself lies invisible beneath the gum line, while the tooth (overlying crown) is made from ceramic that mimics the optical properties of real dental enamel. You can get the color of your new teeth closely matched to that of the rest of your teeth so that it doesn’t stand out or you can select a brighter whiter smile.
Eating with Artificial Teeth Implants
Another considerable concern of patients interested in replacing missing teeth is whether or not they can eat normally and comfortably with them. The short answer is “Yes! Absolutely!” Dental implants are made from exceptionally strong and durable materials so that they can support a natural bite, as well as all the crushing and grinding forces associated with eating. Once your artificial teeth implants have healed, you should be able to return to your normal diet and enjoy all your favorite foods without compromise; apples, steak, bagels, you choose – no restrictions.
Schedule Your Screening!
Have you lost one or more of your teeth? Call our office at 301.850.2356 to schedule a screening with one of our experienced cosmetic and implant dentists, Dr. Alan Wolcott and Dr. Bill Molina. Alternatively, you can fill out the form on our Contact Us page and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.