Dental implants are an ideal replacement for lost teeth, and more than three million Americans have one. At the Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria, we are providers of these dental marvels.
What Is A Dental Implant?
A dental implant is a titanium post that is surgically implanted into your jaw. For a single missing tooth, one implant supports a base called an abutment, along with a crown. Several implants can support a dental bridge, or a full denture arch.
One of the benefits of dental implants is that they prevent bone recession, which is common in people who have lost teeth. The titanium post goes where the tooth root used to be, and helps strengthen the bone.
Why Is An Implant Better Than Dentures Or A Bridge?
With a dental bridge, tooth structure must be removed from the neighboring teeth. That compromises the teeth on either side of the missing tooth.
Conventional dentures may be more affordable than implant-anchored dentures. But because they are removable, most patients find they are unreliably loose. They can also affect the ability to enjoy food. These are not issues with implant-supported dentures.
Dental implants from the Mt. Vernon Center for Dentistry in Alexandria are like getting back lost teeth. To find out whether they’re right for you, please call our office to schedule an appointment.
Contact Mt. Vernon Center For Dentistry:
703-360-5881
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
8101 Hinson Farm Rd Ste 114
Alexandria, Virginia
22306
