Benefits of Dental Implants

Are you unhappy with your smile? If you are missing one or more of your teeth Dr. Jonathan Tiger, a Pomona dental implant periodontist, can help you determine if dental implants are right for you.

Patients who are unhappy with their smile have many options to replace missing or broken down teeth. Dental crowns, bridges, partial dentures and full dentures have been used for years to make replacements. With the progression of dental implant technology, more and more patients are opting for dental implant treatment instead.

Dental implants offer a number of advantages over other tooth replacement treatments. Implants have the appearance of natural teeth while providing the same functions. The implant acts similar to the natural root of the tooth, preserving the bone structure that can deteriorate with the use of partial or full dentures.

Dentures can become loose, making speaking and eating properly difficult. With the stability of implants, patients are able to eat, speak and smile with confidence. The bone support that implants provide also help eliminate the sunken appearance that goes with missing teeth or wearing traditional dentures. This sunken appearance leaves patients unhappy with their smile.

Many patients who have been wearing an appliance or have been missing teeth for a long period of time will have lost bone density. Dr. Tiger can provide bone grafting to strengthen and build up the bone enough to support an implant. If you have moderate to severe gum disease, treatment may be necessary before beginning dental implants, as periodontal disease can affect the success rate of implants.

If you are unhappy with your smile call Dr. Tiger, a Pomona dental implant periodontist for a full evaluation and consultation to find out if dental implants are a treatment option for you.