Your dentist will perform bone grafting when you have an area in your jaw that is missing bone. You might need bone grafting if there isn’t enough bone to secure a dental implant. Periodontitis, or severe gum disease, can lead to bone loss in your jaw. Bone loss can lead to loose teeth, making it necessary to get dental work at Lovett Dental Sugar Land. We provide all the dental care you need, including bone grafting, to keep your smile looking great. To learn more about your treatment options, contact Lovett Dental Sugar Land at 281-759-5900.
Your Dental Care for Bone Grafting
Bone grafting is a process where your dentist will clean out the area of missing bone, removing any infectious tissue. The empty space is then packed with either real or synthetic bone matter. You can talk to your dentist about what they’ll use in your bone grafting. Most people get synthetic material in their mouths, although some use small bone particles from another part of their bodies to get the work done. Once the dentist places the material in your mouth. Then, they pack it and put in a suture to keep it in place.
Teeth Replacement Through Dental Implants
If you have a missing tooth, dental implants will look and feel like your natural teeth. Your dentist will take a look at the area where you need teeth replacement to decide if enough bone is available to secure an implant. If you need bone grafting, this will be done and allowed to heal before you get an implant. Once the area is stable, your dentist will implant a small titanium rod into the jaw bone. This rod will act as a root for your newly created tooth. The dentist will make a synthetic crown, which they will secure to the top of the rod. This crown gives you a permanent replacement for your missing tooth. A prosthodontics specialist will design a crown that looks like nearby teeth.
Your Options for Replacing Teeth
You might be nervous about going to the dentist to get dental implants. Talk to your dentist about your options when it comes to teeth replacement. If you have an area where several teeth are missing in a row, you can get a dental bridge that secures to nearby teeth. When you have missing teeth:
- You may need a bone graft to create a secure place for a dental implant
- Your dentist may use a bridge to replace several teeth in a row
- You may need dental implants to secure dentures into your mouth
- A dental implant can replace a missing tooth and looks natural
You will want to talk to your dentist about your choices regarding dental implants and missing teeth. If you are a smoker, you will need to quit. Smoking causes dental implants to fail often. If your blood sugar levels are out of control, you will need to get your blood sugar levels balanced before surgery. If you are good overall health, you will be approved for dental implants to give you a smile you deserve.
Dental Care to Improve Your Smile
If you have missing teeth, it can make you feel self-conscious about smiling. At Lovett Dental Sugar Land, we will talk to you about your options when it comes to creating your best smile. Whether you want whiter teeth, or you are looking to replace missing teeth, we have the solution. When you are ready to take care of your smile and the best dental care possible, it’s time to contact our office at 281-759-5900. You will meet with our dentist and talk about your concerns. Together we will come up with a plan that works for you and your smile.
