If you have a missing tooth, Dr. Paul Cosgrove of Cosgrove Dental in Rockville Centre, NY, can help with a dental implant. Implants replace teeth to restore function to the mouth and revive smiles!
Why dental implants?
Dental implants are the best option for replacing single and multiple missing teeth. Leaving teeth missing can create new dental problems. Other than leaving a gap in your smile, missing teeth can cause problems with chewing and speaking, and cause other teeth in the area to shift. Over time it can even compromise the jaw bone, so it's best to replace missing teeth.
Implants are made of a screw-like titanium post that is implanted into the jaw bone, and a ceramic crown that sits on top of the implant and acts as a replacement tooth. Implants can also replace multiple teeth with a bridge implant. Multiple posts are placed, and a custom crown for multiple teeth covers the posts.
Getting an implant in Rockville Centre, NY
Getting a dental implant takes a few appointments over the course of several weeks but leaves you with a strong tooth replacement. The first step is a minor surgery where the post is implanted into the jaw bone.
After the initial surgery, the implant heals over the course of several weeks. During this time the jaw bone heals around the implant and they fuse together, making the implant strong. You can wear a temporary tooth cap during the healing period while your permanent crown is being made. At a final appointment, your custom crown is placed and you leave with a new tooth!
Caring for your implant is like caring for your natural teeth. Your dentist will recommend brushing for two minutes twice a day and flossing at least once a day. Make sure you floss in the area of the implant to remove all debris from around the crown. If you grind your teeth at night, your dentist will recommend a nightguard to protect your new crown.
If you are missing a tooth, Dr. Paul Cosgrove of Cosgrove Dental places dental implants for patients to complete their smiles! Contact us for an appointment in Rockville Centre, NY, at (516) 208-8174.