What kind of smile do you want to have?
If you have ever had tooth damage that left any of your teeth missing or beyond repair, you’ve probably felt a little self-conscious when you smile. Maybe you’ve even had trouble eating.
Looking for a way to restore your smile to its original beauty? Try replacing your missing teeth with dental implants.
Find your perfect smile with Vibrant Dental, near Las Vegas. Trust a staff with an unwavering commitment to your health and happiness. Drs. Bob Nissan, Corry Timpson, and Todd Newton have teamed up to provide excellent care.
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Missing teeth cause lots of problems. You’ve probably experienced pain while chewing, embarrassment, and maybe even trouble with speaking clearly. Soon, you may start to notice your jaw changing shape as the jawbone loses stimulation from your teeth.
Your remaining teeth may change subtly over time in the absence of the former tooth. Without the extracted tooth, your teeth are liable to shift, which can cause the following problems:
Take steps now to avoid problems like these later. Invest in dental implants to invest in your oral health!
While many options exist to replace missing teeth, few are as effective as dental implants. These small devices can replace every part of the tooth, which restores functionality, appearance, and stability to your smile.
The dental implant works by attaching to the jawbone. There, it gets a secure foundation to support a crown, bridge, or denture. The implant itself acts as a tooth root, providing stimulation to the jawbone to keep it strong and healthy.
At Vibrant Dental, we have three skilled dentists whose combined knowledge and experience can give you a vibrant new smile. Schedule an appointment today to get started on your implant journey.
Come in and speak with a professional about your unique situation. We are eager to help you get the smile and the oral health you need to keep living your best life. Vibrant Dental is dedicated to ensuring you get the treatment you deserve. Call us for a consultation.
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Dental implants are made to fill in the gaps and preserve your smile. Specifically, implants act as prosthetic tooth roots. They help prevent the loss of other teeth by nurturing healthy bone and tissue growth. The titanium rod firmly rooted in your jaw helps to foster the growth of bone and tissue needed to sustain the structure of your jaw.
To finish the restoration, our team can outfit you with a gorgeous dental crown to sit on top of the implant and become your new tooth. It will look and feel just like the old one you lost—but better!
Missing teeth aren’t the best look in town, but they also come with many health disadvantages.
The first disadvantage is atrophy. Atrophy is the disintegration of the jaw when it lacks proper support. Atrophy can turn your jaw into a battleground for infection and pain later.
Another disadvantage is an inability to chew food properly. This can lead to digestive issues, misaligned teeth, and even more broken teeth!
Reducing bone loss is a significant advantage of using dental implants. As you lose teeth, the jawbone loses stimulation and starts to degrade, creating a shriveled chin.
Dental implants fight back against bone loss by stimulating the jawbone the same way your teeth do. The implant is placed directly into the jaw, and as you chew, the implant encourages bone growth. Dental implants can make your face look younger!
While there are many types of tooth replacements, dental implants are definitely the strongest. They are rooted directly into the jawbone for absolute stability. They can withstand bite strong forces better than any other replacement option.
With the implant in the jaw, it is more toothlike than any other tooth replacement. In both looks and function, dental implants are very similar to natural teeth.
Dental implants can be used to replace any amount of teeth. Depending on how many teeth you’re missing, you may need different types of implants.
These are some varieties of implants:
Ask your dentist about more types of implants.
Dental implants can be more expansive than fixing just a few missing teeth. Patients often come in requiring full rehabilitation because the majority of their teeth are stained, broken, or missing.
The All-On-4 Treatment Concept® is a common choice for full-mouth rehabilitation. It involves replacing a row of teeth with dentures that rest on just 4 implants. Check with your dentist if they offer this implant service.
Dental implants are designed for those with missing teeth. You may still be eligible for dental implants if you have severely damaged teeth that haven’t fallen out.
Generally, implant patients should be healthy enough to recover quickly from surgery. We won’t proceed if there is a chance that you’ll develop an infection.
Your dentist will evaluate whether you are a good candidate during a dental consultation.
Implant dentists like those at Vibrant Dental receive special training to be able to offer dental implants. You shouldn’t just trust your implant care to anyone. Ask if your dentist is trained in dental implants.
With a certified implant professional placing your implants, you’ll get higher quality implants that will last longer and are less likely to cause you discomfort and other problems.
As you’re planning to achieve your perfect smile, you may need a specific type of implant. Each type of implant meets a different set of needs. Your implant dentist can help you decide which type of implant works best for you.
While it’s not a comprehensive list, we’ve included some implant options below. These types of implants may not be offered by every dentist, so make sure your provider offers the one you want.
These implants are about half the diameter of traditional implants. Mini implants are used to provide a secure foundation for dentures and other tooth replacements. With mini dental implants, you can recover faster. They are a great option for patients who have weaker jaws.
The All-on-4® treatment concept is a kind of denture that is supported by four strategically positioned dental implants. The All-on-4® treatment concept saves time and money with a quick process and fewer implants. This method has the same results as typical implants!
Fixed implants are the traditional implants that hold a crown securely in the gums. Titanium posts are inserted into the jawline. Your dentist will give you time for these posts to assimilate into your body. Afterward, a restoration (usually a crown) is placed on top.
Looking for some flexibility in your implants? Removable implants are a type of dental prosthesis that allows the tooth on top to be removed and replaced by the wearer. They are installed just like normal implants but include a removable restoration, usually dentures.
Finding your perfect smile can pose a lot of questions. We can help you answer personal and financial questions about your implant treatment before you begin the process. If any other questions pop up, don’t hesitate to reach out!
Dental implants can be costly, but they’re worth it. They can drastically improve your life, and they last a long time.
We are committed to helping you maximize the benefits of your insurance.
Our preferred providers are:
We will also submit all insurance claims on your behalf. For patients without insurance, we offer payment plans through CareCredit.
When your dental implant is installed, your mouth might feel tender for some time afterward, but you should not feel any pain during the procedure. We recommend eating soft foods post-procedure to avoid irritating healing areas.
Once your gums and jaw have healed, you shouldn’t notice any difference between your regular teeth and your implant. Consult with your dentist if you have any persisting pain.
When properly cared for, dental implants can last 20 years or more. Ultimately, the longevity of your implant depends on how you care for the implant.
If you are proactive in caring for your teeth, your implant is likely to last longer. Poor dental hygiene can harm your implant. Infections and plaque can still irritate the implant, so you should get regular check-ups to clean and inspect your appliance.
If you have healthy teeth, you don’t need a dental implant. Teeth that have good roots generally don’t need to be replaced. If our dentists can address your problem with just a filling or a crown, that will be the preferred treatment.
On occasion, an infected tooth may have to be pulled if it’s beyond saving. If you have had a tooth removed completely, root and all, you may be a good candidate for a dental implant.
If you are considering a dental implant, the first thing you should do is contact your dentist. They have industry knowledge and experience that can guide you to your perfect smile. You could learn that an implant may not be necessary for you.
To prepare for surgery, make sure you feel healthy and keep your mouth as clean as possible. We often suggest refraining from eating or drinking right before the procedure.
After surgery, you may be asked to follow a prescribed diet of soft foods and liquids and will be given special instructions on caring for open and healing wounds.
After your gums heal from any surgery, you will just need to care for your implant like a normal tooth.
Standard brushing twice and day and flossing once a day will keep your implant clean and strong. Also, visit your dentist every six months!
We’ll take precautions and do what we can to help your implants succeed, however, here are some reasons implants could fail:
Good dental hygiene and regular checkups prevent implant failure.
A dental implant is a high-quality replacement for your teeth that looks and feels normal. The Vibrant Dental team does everything we can to make sure you feel informed and secure every step of the way. Call us to find out if getting a dental implant is right for you!
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