Have you lost several teeth to extraction, injury, or decay? Extractions can lead to large holes in your smile, which can become embarrassing and frustrating. One of the best options for missing teeth is dental implants. Multi-tooth implants are designed to restore your smile and allow you to enjoy your life.
How Many Teeth Can Be Implanted?
At Bismarck Advanced Dental and Implants, we specialize in multi-tooth dental implants. Multi-tooth implants are designed to be used with a partial denture, with an implant-supported bridge, or as several implants in one area. Each patient will need to undergo an oral health evaluation to determine if they are a candidate for multiple dental implants.
Certain patients will need to undergo bone grafting prior to multi-tooth implant treatment. There is virtually no limit to how many teeth can be treated. We have performed thousands of dental implants and full-mouth restorative procedures.
Why Choose Multi-Tooth Implants?
We do perform fixed bridges and removable partial dentures, but we still recommend using a multi-tooth implant. Dental implants are permanent solutions that do not require a lot of maintenance, unlike bridges and dentures. Dental implants give you that solution if you want to restore your smile to one you enjoy sharing. Patients will be able to have permanent teeth that only need regular brushing and flossing, and most people will not be able to see that you do have implants.
Dental implants are stronger than bridges and dentures while also providing health benefits. An implant acts like the root of the tooth, and it bonds with the bone, allowing it to keep the bone strong and healthy. A missing tooth area can start to experience bone loss as there is nothing in the bone, causing it to continue nourishing the area. Failure to have a bone in that area can begin to lead to changes in your face shape.
Overall, dental implants are functional, comfortable, and aesthetically pleasing and can help to restore your confidence. If you do have missing teeth and are seeking multi-tooth dental implants, contact Bismarck Advanced Dental and Implants at 701-390-1920 for more information.
What to Expect
If you have several missing teeth, the dentists at our North Dakota dental clinic will recommend multi-tooth dental implants. Depending on how many teeth you have missing and where they are located, you may need tooth extraction, bone grafting, or orthodontia to prepare for teeth replacement implants.
After you undergo an exam at our dental clinic to certify that you are a healthy candidate for dental implants, our dentists see if your jaw is healthy and strong enough to receive the titanium posts. If you have gone without teeth for many years, your jaw may have receded, necessitating a bone graft.
Another common issue is teeth drifting into the spaces left behind by missing teeth. If these teeth are healthy, we may employ orthodontics to return them to their correct places. If they are not healthy, we will recommend extraction.
Our dentists may implant two or more titanium posts in your jaw to hold your multi-tooth implant. This saves you money because you won’t need a post for each tooth.
While you heal, you will be fitted with a temporary dental appliance. Once our dentists pronounce you ready for the final stage of your multi-tooth implant, they will place the permanent crowns. You will again have a full set of functioning, beautiful teeth that will last a lifetime.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a Multi-Tooth Implant Better Than a Bridge?
Yes, multi-tooth implants are far better than a dental bridge. A dental bridge merely sits on your gum line, while dental implants are embedded into your jaw. Implants stimulate your jaw to grow healthy and strong, while bridges do nothing to support jaw health. Dental implants are also much stronger and function better than dental bridges. They last longer, too — dental implants can last a lifetime, while a bridge lasts about ten years.
Do I Take My Multi-Tooth Implant Out to Clean It Like a Denture?
No, your multi-tooth implants are permanent and do not come out. At our dentist office, we recommend you brush and floss these teeth just as you do your natural teeth.
Are Multi-Tooth Implants Uncomfortable?
No, your multi-tooth implants will feel just like your natural teeth. Because they are prosthetic, you can never get cavities in them, so they will never cause pain. Dentures and bridges that sit on the gum line can be uncomfortable to wear because they can irritate the gums. Because your gums tend to recede in areas where there are no teeth or implants, you will need to visit the dentist’s office every year or two in order to get your dentures relined so they fit snugly.
Quality Multi-Tooth Implants in Bismarck
When you are ready to invest in multi-tooth implants, turn to our team at Bismarck Advanced Dental and Implants. With our team on your side, you can trust that you’ll achieve the smile you’ve always dreamed of. If you’d like to schedule an appointment, contact us today!
