liana smiles DENTISTRY IN STATEN ISLAND, NY

A dental implant is a titanium post surgically anchored to your jawbone beneath the gum line. This screw-like post is like the root of your new tooth. Once the post is in place, and your mouth fully heals, a process that typically takes a few weeks, Dr. Stein mounts the new replacement tooth (crown) on the post permanently. Because the implants fuse to your jawbone, they provide firm support for artificial teeth and don't shift around the mouth like some removable dentures.

These metal posts also help dentures, crowns, and bridges stay solidly attached to your jaw.

On top of performing, looking, and feeling like your natural teeth, dental implants offer the following advantages:

• Offer a cost-effective solution for replacing a missing tooth.
• Help retain your natural face shape and smile.
• Protect your healthy jawbone.
• Help prevent decay of surrounding natural teeth.
• Allow you to speak comfortably and naturally.
• Don’t slip out of your mouth.
• Enhance your ability to chew your favorite foods without pain.
• Aren't vulnerable to cavities with an implanted crown.
• Deliver reliable, state-of-the-art results for tooth replacement.

Whether you're missing one or multiple teeth, you might be the perfect candidate for dental implants. Good candidates have healthy gums, and their jaws are finished growing. That's why dental implants are a fantastic solution for adults, not children.

You might also be a perfect candidate for implants if you're irritated by dentures that slip or if it's time to replace a bridge or partial dentures. Men or women who desire a more durable, long-term answer to dental work problems may be suitable candidates for implants. Meet with Dr. Stein to learn more about your missing teeth options and see if implant treatment is the best solution for you.

Ready to take the first step toward a more comfortable, confident smile? Call LianaSmiles or schedule an appointment online.