Are your teeth wobbly or have you lost a tooth? You need to speak to your dentist sooner rather than later and address the problem of any missing teeth. Depending on the position of the tooth, for example if it is right at the back of your mouth then you may not need to have it replaced. Unfortunately if you lose one of your front teeth then it can affect the appearance of your smile, it can affect the function of your mouth, your bite and the health of your surrounding teeth.
Tooth loss is more common than you may think and it is unwise to avoid the dentist. Sometimes you may be affected by tooth decay which causes irreversible damage to the tooth so that you require a tooth extraction. If this is the case, here at Kooringal Dental our dentist will talk about the options that are available for replacing the extracted tooth. If your tooth has come out of its own accord at home then it is up to you to contact the dentist quickly and prevent complications in the future.
Dental implants for replacing missing teeth
There are different methods of replacing missing teeth. There are some temporary methods of tooth replacement. You can talk about a set of dentures for replacing your missing teeth or if you are looking for a more permanent solution then you need to speak to our dentist at Kooringal Dental and find out about dental implants Wagga. For dental implants Wagga you need to undergo a minor surgical procedure, however they last for at least 15 years and even longer with good dental hygiene and regular visits to the dentist. Dental implantation is the most secure method of replacing your missing teeth. The procedure works to replace the root of your missing tooth which no other tooth replacement options can do. Dentures sit on the top of your gums. They restore the appearance of your smile and some of the function of your mouth, however, there are also many disadvantages of dentures and if you are looking for comfort and convenience dental implants Wagga are a great choice for you.
Dental implant surgery
Dental implants are small titanium screws which are placed into the bone socket of your missing tooth. You may only require one implant to address your missing teeth or you may have 4 or 6 implants to replace an arch of your teeth. For dental implant surgery to be successful it is important that you have healthy gums and sufficiently thick bone for the implant and once your dentist is happy that dental implants are suitable for you, you will be booked in for the surgery. This will be carried out within a few hours. You will be given a local anaesthetic and our dentist will be able to offer sedation techniques if necessary. This means that the surgery will be carried out with minimal discomfort. Once the surgery is complete the healing process takes between 4 and 6 months and after that you are ready to replace your missing tooth with a crown, bridge or a set of dentures depending on the number of teeth that you are replacing and your personal preferences. With dental implants you can smile with ease and happily once again.
Disclaimer: All treatment carries risks. Individual consultation is required with one of our practitioners to ensure that the treatment is right for you.
