Missing teeth can make it difficult to eat or speak and can really bring your confidence down, but our dental implants process in Aspen can help. They’re a great way to replace missing teeth, and they can support a prosthetic that will look and feel just like your natural teeth. Plus, they last a long time, so you won’t have to worry about them falling out or getting cavities.
What are Dental Implants?
With dental implants, you can have a beautiful, healthy smile that lasts a lifetime. Dental implants are prosthetic tooth roots that we surgically affix to your jawbone. They’re composed of titanium, a biocompatible material meaning your body’s immune system will not reject it. They serve as a permanent, durable, natural-functioning support system for a host of restorative dental options such as:
Crowns
Crowns are a single prosthetic tooth that is affixed over an anchoring implant. They can be used to replace one or more missing teeth and are much stronger because they’re made of metal, porcelain, gold, or other alloys. We custom-design them specifically for your smile. We ensure they match your natural tooth color, size, and shape. When you smile and speak, they will be virtually indistinguishable from your natural teeth.
Bridges
A bridge is a prosthetic device that’s comprised of two crowns on either side and a prosthetic tooth in the middle. It provides a single, solid arch of replacement teeth to fill in the gaps left by missing teeth. A bridge looks natural in your smile, and we can expertly place it as a long-term, comfortable solution.
Dentures
Dentures are custom-made replacements for your natural teeth. They usually consist of porcelain or dental acrylic prosthetic teeth that replace missing teeth. We also use dental implants to support dentures. With implants, you can have the peace of mind that your dentures will remain securely in place, removing the risk of slipping and sliding.
The Dental Implant Process
Before getting dental implants, you will need to consult with one of our implant dentists. They will go over your medical history and do a physical examination to ensure you are a good candidate for the procedure. Once we determine you are a good candidate, the next step is to place the dental implants. We place dental implants in our Aspen, Colorado office, where we carefully affix the titanium posts into your gums and jawbone. The posts will fuse to the bone and act as a secure foundation for your replacement teeth.
Once the dental implants have fully fused to your jawbone, you will be ready for the next step: restoring your smile with a new dental prosthetic. The next step can be done in one or more visits, depending on the type of restoration you need. Once complete, you will have a beautiful, healthy smile that looks and feels just like your natural teeth.
Ask Us About Dental Implants in Aspen
If you’re missing teeth and want to restore your confidence with a beautiful new smile, consider getting dental implants at Aspen Smile Dentistry. We want to help you get your smile back – and we know that dental implants are a great way to do it. Come in for a consultation so we can discuss all of your implant options. We will be happy to answer any questions you may have and help you decide if this is the right treatment option. Our dentists are experienced in providing dental implants and will work with you to find the best solution for your individual needs.
Schedule an appointment with Dr. Jeremy Lowell, Dr. Ian Lowell, and Aspen Smile Dentistry today. You won’t regret it.