Dr. Engelberg offers multiple tooth replacement options in our Arlington Heights dentist office. Often, patients visit our practice looking to take advantage of our implant dentistry expertise. Dental implants have an extremely high patient satisfaction rating because of the long-term benefits they provide. If you are missing one tooth, several consecutive teeth, or a full arch of teeth, learn how dental implants can be incorporated into your treatment plan below:
Single Dental Implants
Dental implants can be used to replace a single missing tooth. Dental implants of all kinds require a surgical procedure in which a titanium post is inserted beneath your own soft tissues and allowed to fuse together with your jawbone over time. Once complete, this post will provide your single dental implant with a similar kind of support that your tooth roots provide to your natural teeth. Patients love dental implants because they are the only permanent tooth replacement option offered in modern dentistry. Unlike traditional bridge hardware, which may be damaged over the years, all of the hardware of a single dental implant is concealed and protected by your own soft tissues, providing natural-looking and functioning end results.
Dental Bridge Implants
If you are missing multiple consecutive teeth, a dental bridge supported by dental implants may be a good option to consider. Unlike traditional dental bridges, which utilize fully external bridge hardware to hold a prosthetic tooth in place of a missing tooth, dental bridges supported by dental implants have added strength and stability from the surgically implanted titanium posts. Not only do these posts supply similar support to your dental restoration as tooth roots, but they also stimulate natural bone cell growth to reduce the risk of facial sagging later in life. Additionally, patients who choose dental bridge implants do not have to worry about adapting their oral hygiene around any visible bridge hardware.
Denture Implants
A common complaint amongst long-term denture wearers is denture slippage. To combat denture slippage, Dr. Engelberg offers denture implants or implant-supported dentures. Unlike traditional dentures, which are a removable set of prosthetic teeth attached to an acrylic base, denture implants are anchored into your smile. This means that patients with denture implants do not have to worry about denture slippage. The quality of life improvements that this treatment option can offer for patients missing a full arch of teeth are vast. If you are missing one or more teeth in Arlington Heights, learn more about your tooth replacement options, as well as how implant dentistry can be incorporated into your treatment plan. Schedule an appointment today!