Our Implant Solutions
Dental implants are a great permanent solution for replacing missing or extracted teeth. Beyond restoring the completed look of your smile, implants play a critical role in helping maintain your oral health. Whether you’re missing one tooth or an entire arch, the staff at Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery of the Lowcountry offers dental implant solutions to replace missing teeth and give you the smile you’ve always wanted.
What are Dental Implants?
Dental implants have quickly gained popularity among patients dealing with tooth loss. Patients enjoy the natural look and longevity provided by dental implants. According to the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, there are 3 million people with dental implants and that number is growing by 500,000 each year. So, what’s the hype around dental implants and why are there so many people turning to implants for their tooth loss solution? There are many misconceptions about dental implants, so let’s go over the basics of dental implants.
What is the Dental Implant Process?
Looking into dental restoration processes can seem overwhelming and confusing for many people. The stress of dealing with tooth loss can be taxing enough and we don’t believe that restoring your missing teeth should bring on additional worry. Our patients here in Fort Worth, TX enjoy a straightforward treatment plan. Of course, we’d like to remind you that your exact treatment plan can vary according to several different aspects. Factors like oral health, overall health, and jawbone density are all taken into consideration by Dr. Snider. You can read more about specific qualifications on our dental implant candidacy page, but here is the general map of how the dental implant process can typically go:
Am I a Candidate for Dental Implants?
With a high success rate in dental implants, it’s not surprising that most people turn to implants as the preferred method for restoring missing teeth. However, just because dental implants are highly successful doesn’t imply that they are the right option for everyone. Again, we encourage you to schedule a consultation to address your specific case. Dr. Snider works hard to give a healthy, beautiful smile to each of his patients, but dental implants may not be the optimal option for everyone.