Understanding Dental Implants | Riverside Dentist

A dental implant is an artificial tooth root that is placed into your jaw to hold a replacement tooth or bridge. Dental implants are an ideal option for people with good oral health who have lost a tooth or teeth due to periodontal disease, an injury, or some other reason. Dental implants natural-looking and feeling and under proper conditions, such as placement by a diligent patient maintenance, implants can last a lifetime.

• Replace one or more teeth
• Support a bridge and reduce the need for a partial denture.
• Provide support for a denture, making it more secure and comfortable.

There are two types of implants and which ones you use depend on your particular situation:

Endosteal (in the bone): Most commonly used type of implant. Screws, cylinders or blades are surgically placed into the jawbone.

Subperiosteal (on the bone): These are placed on top of the jaw with the metal framework.

Esthetically, dental implants look and feel like your own teeth. Since dental implants integrate into the structure of your bone, they prevent the bone loss and gum recession that often happen with bridgework and dentures.

Neighboring teeth are not changed to support the implant as with a bridge. More of your own teeth are left untouched, a significant long-term benefit to your oral health. An because dental implants are secure, you don’t have to worry when speaking or eating. No messy pastes and glue. You will go about your daily routine with confidence and comfort, making them an excellent option for tooth replacement.

Ideally, you need to be in good oral health and have adequate bone in your jaw to support the implant, you will need healthy gum tissue, free of periodontal disease.

To set up an appointment, call Dr. Middleton’s office in Riverside, CA at (951) 688-3442 or through the website.

Dr. Gerald Middleton proudly accepts patients from Riverside and all surrounding areas.

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