When you lose a tooth, it can be a result of sudden injury, or it can be something that occurs after years of dental health neglect. Some people have nightmares about losing teeth, so when it actually happens, they want a fast fix. If you have a tooth that has fallen out or needs to be extracted by your dentist, you are probably curious about your options for replacement. Dr. Brent A. Engelberg, your Deerfield cosmetic dentist, will tell you about what you can expect if you opt for dental implants.
Dental Implants Can Take Several Visits
Dental implants involve small biocompatible titanium rods which are placed into your jawbone for the purpose of replacing your tooth from root to crown. Dental implants are the only means of replacing missing teeth that will help you maintain jawbone density. The porcelain crown allows you to smile proudly, and chew food easily. If you have been missing teeth for quite some time, you may have jawbone density issues that require preliminary procedures (bone grafts) to make your dental implants viable. If you have just gotten a tooth extracted, you may need time to heal.
Immediate Dental Implants Explained
Some patients are intrigued by the potential of something called immediate dental implants. This involves placing an implant immediately after a tooth extraction. While this may save a step, your prosthetic porcelain tooth will still have to wait. In some cases, if you are receiving multiple implants, your new teeth can be splinted together so that you can walk out with them in the same day. As with any dental procedure, Dr. Engelberg will need to evaluate your particular situation to make the best and safest recommendation. The end goal is more about long-lasting, quality results as opposed to record-breaking fast results.
Schedule Your Cosmetic Consultation Today
If you would like to arrange a consultation for dental implants, schedule an appointment with our 60015 dentist office by calling 847-259-8030. We are happy to serve patients in Northbrook, Deerfield, Highland Park, Wilmette, Winnetka, Glencoe, Vernon Hills, Lincolnshire, Libertyville, Skokie, Evanston, Palatine, Schaumburg, Elk Grove Village, Rolling Meadows, Northwest Chicago Suburbs, and Northern Chicago Suburbs.
