Dental Implants

When injury, tooth decay or periodontal disease results in the loss of a tooth, a dental implant can be a very good treatment solution. Dental implants are replacement tooth roots. They provide a strong foundation and support a crown, bridge or denture made to match the color of your natural teeth or brighter if desired. If you are considering dental implants, please call Dr. Shack for a consultation. Most patients say that there is very little discomfort involved in the treatment, which results in durable teeth that, with good oral care, can last a lifetime. Implants function just like your own teeth, allowing you to eat and drink your favorite foods and beverages without pain.

Replacing Individual Teeth with Dental Implants

Individual tooth options

Individual missing teeth can be replaced by dental implants without altering your healthy adjacent teeth. Once dental implants are placed, posts (or abutments) are attached, providing support for your final crowns.

dental implants with a crown

• attractive smile

• full chewing ability

• preserve healthy teeth and jawbone

• maintains bone*

traditional crown & bridge

• attractive smile

• grinds down healthy teeth

• may lead to bone loss under bridge

• greater risk for cavities and tooth failure

untreated missing teeth

• unattractive smile

• loss of chewing ability

• may lead to bone loss 

Replacing Multiple Missing Teeth with Dental Implants

Implant bridge

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