A Dental Implant is often a small titanium post in the shape of a screw that replaces a missing tooth's root. In reality, implant placement surgery is a simple, standard process that typically just calls for local anesthetic. Once the implant has had time to heal, it's covered with a dental crown that is manufactured specifically to match your natural teeth. Compared to alternative tooth-replacement options, implants have a success rate of over 95%.

Just like natural teeth, dental implants require daily brushing and flossing in addition to routine dental examinations and expert cleanings. Although implant teeth will never decay, poor dental care can cause the gum tissues around implants to swell or infect. Dental implants that are taken care of properly should last a lifetime.

At Laurel Street Smiles, we can help you determine if Dental Implants are right for you. Give us a call today!

Dental Implants & Fixed Dentures

Fixed Dentures are a great option if you're looking to replace an entire arch of teeth. For your new teeth to perform as well as a set of healthy, natural teeth, you may require as few as four implants or as many as six, depending on the amount and density of the bone in your jaw.

Additionally, if you haven't lost all your teeth yet but need the remaining ones to be extracted due to infection or decay, dentures are a safe and effective solution to return functionality to your teeth and mouth quickly. These types of dentures look, feel, and function just like natural teeth. They don't slip when you eat or talk, prevent bone loss in the jaw, and last a lifetime.