What are Implants?
Dental Implants have been used successfully for many years. In fact, dental implants are the best and most advanced way to replace missing teeth. The implant itself is a post that is surgically placed in the jaw. There the implant acts like an artificial tooth root. A prosthesis (artificial tooth or teeth) is then attached to the post. Dr. Nugent is a leader in dental implant treatment. He has a 3-D Xray and 3-D printer to make a implant surgical guide to make implant surgery extremely accurate.
What are Dental Implants Used For?
There are two basic uses for Dental Implants:
- As an artificial root for a fixed prosthesis (usually a single tooth or fixed bridge).
- As anchors for a removable prosthesis (usually an Implant Denture).
What Are the Benefits of Dental Implants?
Implants are considered as a better alternative to Dentures, Partials, or Bridges. When replacing a missing tooth in the front of the mouth, nothing looks more natural than an implant.
Dental Implant Facts:
- Of Americans between the ages of 18 and 64, approximately 49% are missing at least one tooth.
- Dental implants are the most advanced tooth replacement system ever devised.
- Dental implants are the longest lasting tooth replacement option
- Dental implants never require root canals.
- Dental implants never develop decay.
- Dental implants are the only tooth replacement option that preserves the jawbone.
- Dental implants do not damage adjacent teeth like other treatment options.
- No one can be disqualified for implant treatment solely because of their age — some patients receive implant treatment when they are in their nineties!
Considering a Dental Implant?
If you are considering a dental implant, Contact Us for an evaluation appointment. Dr. Nugent will perform an evaluation to determine whether you are a good candidate for a dental implant. Discover why Dr. Nugent is a leader in dental implant therapy. Call our office at 713-941-1812 or visit us at 3421 Burke Rd #1, Pasadena Texas 77504.