Salt Lake City Cosmetic Dental Implant Dentistry
Serving Salt Lake City And Surrounding Areas In Utah
Open spaces in your mouth caused by missing teeth destroy the continuity of your smile. You may not be aware that open spaces may also cause the surrounding teeth to twist, drift, or distort the way the upper and lower teeth meet when you close your mouth. This change in the natural arch formed by your teeth can cause other problems such as headaches, the need for orthodontic treatment, periodontal disease, and even the removal of surrounding teeth.
Cosmetic Dental Implant
A cosmetic dental implant is a versatile, artificial substitute for natural tooth roots that is placed in the jawbone by a specially trained dentist. After placement, the jawbone gradually grows closely around the cosmetic dental implant, forming a strong foundation that supports replacement teeth as well as natural tooth roots.
Some people prefer a cosmetic dental implant to a bridge, for replacing a missing tooth. It leaves the neighboring teeth alone, as no crowns are necessary for support, as they are with a bridge. Thousands of people are having great success with their cosmetic dental implants and report outstanding results.
A cosmetic dental implant is a modern solution that can restore your ability to eat, speak, and smile with confidence.
Fixed Bridges
Fixed bridges have been used for many decades to replace missing teeth, and they continue to be a great choice for many people. There are three types of fixed bridges.
For replacing a single missing tooth, a traditional bridge is an artificial tooth permanently attached to the two neighboring teeth by means of crowns.
The bonded (Maryland) bridge uses a space-age adhesive and attaches the artificial tooth by means of bands behind the neighboring teeth.
A cantilevered bridge is used when the gap has only one neighboring tooth. The artificial tooth is then attached to the two teeth on one side of it.
If you have missing teeth, we will help you decide which type of bridge best suits your needs.
If you have missing teeth, it is important that you learn about your tooth replacement options today. Missing teeth are not just unsightly and inconvenient. They can cause changes to the overall structure of your bite, leading to excessive and uneven wear on your remaining teeth, and they can cause your jaw to become misaligned, resulting in an often serious condition known as TMD.
If you have missing teeth, contact us today to schedule your free personal consultation. We'll discuss your options with you and answer any
questions you might have.
Commonly Asked Questions About Implants and Fixed Bridges
Gateway Tower 3, 2nd floor
(Across from the Cinemas)
440 West 200 So., Suite 275
Salt Lake City, UT 84101
Phone: 801.321.7600
Fax: 801.321.7605
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