A dental implant is a small post that we place in your jawbone to replace the root of a missing tooth. We then attach a crown on top, so the new tooth looks and feels like your natural teeth.
This patient was missing teeth on both sides of the front teeth. We replaced the missing teeth with implants and crowns. In the after photo, the smile looks full and continuous.
Implants can help you chew and speak comfortably, and they help support the bone where the tooth was lost. Most patients need enough healthy bone and gums to be a good candidate, and we will check this at your consultation. With good home care and regular checkups, implants can last many years. Results vary from person to person.
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