A dental implant is an artificial tooth root and, in many cases, the best way to replace a single missing tooth. In fact, dental implants are considered the “gold standard” for tooth replacement because they are reliable and mimic the form and function of a natural tooth.
How a Dental Implant Works
Dental implants consist of three parts: a small titanium post that’s surgically place in the jawbone, a connector piece called an abutment, and the prosthetic tooth. Titanium is biocompatible, so it becomes part of your dental anatomy through a healing process called osseointegration.
When the artificial root integrates fully, our dentist attaches a prosthetic tooth that is the part of the implant that shows when you smile. In the case of a single tooth, we would use a dental crown; for multiple missing teeth, we may recommend an implant bridge.
If you are missing all your upper or lower teeth, we can even create a stable implant denture instead of a removable prosthetic.
Schedule a Dental Appointment in Farmington Hills
Would you like to learn more about dental implant benefits and see if you are a good candidate? Dr. Nick Barone offers implants at our Farmington Hills, MI, dental office and would be happy to meet with you to discuss your needs.
Please call us at (248) 855-1277 to schedule an appointment. Barone Family Dental also serves patients in the Farmington Hills and the surrounding communities of West Bloomfield, Bloomfield Hills, Novi, and beyond.