Whether you are missing one tooth or multiple teeth due to disease, decay or injury, dental implants offer an attractive solution for filling the gaps in your smile. Although there are alternative options, including bridges or dentures, these options can require work to additional teeth or not permanent fixtures in the mouth. Dental implants, on the other hand, look and feel natural, and Dr. T. Kirk Crane can use them to restore your smile in Lafayette, LA.
The implant process begins with installing a titanium screw in the jawbone through an incision in the gums. This screw will serve as the replacement tooth root for your restoration. Once the screw is in place, the gums are sutured and the jawbone is left to heal around the implant, a process called osseointegration. During this healing process, which can take between three to six months, you will receive a temporary crown so that you may speak, eat and smile comfortably while waiting for your permanent crown.
When the implant has healed, Dr. Crane will install the abutment, which acts as the foundation upon which your permanent crown is placed. An impression is taken of your tooth once the abutment is in place, and the permanent crown is custom made to give you a complete smile that both looks and feels natural. If cared for properly, this restoration can last the rest of your life.
You can achieve an attractive and complete smile with dental implants at Dr. Crane’s General & Cosmetic Dentistry in Lafayette, LA. Schedule an appointment with Dr. T. Kirk Crane by calling (337) 232-3873. For more information about the dentist, his practice and his services, visit www.drcranedental.com.
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