Dental Implants
Are you embarrassed by your smile? Do you feel like you cannot live a full life because of how your smile looks? Dr. Richardson and Dr. Townsley are here to help Foley residents restore their smile, and live life to the fullest.
Dental Implants
What are dental implants?
For people experiencing difficulties because of missing teeth, dental implants provided by Dr. Richardson and Dr. Townsley at Townsley Family Dental in Foley are a great solution.
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Implants are the best alternative to healthy, natural teeth. These artificial roots, usually made of titanium, provide a secure base for replacement teeth. They have become increasingly popular among patients with severe and chronic dental problems. Dental implants are an excellent, long-term solution for making your teeth and mouth start to feel and look healthy again.
These implants look and work like natural teeth. The titanium fixture that the implants are grounded in actually fuses to the bones in the jaw, which makes them incredibly secure to provide worry-free eating and smiling. Implants are the only restoration that preserves your jawbone’s strength. According to a 2021 Healthline article, dental implants are made to last a lifetime.
Who can get dental implants?
Dental implants offer an excellent solution for patients needing to replace single teeth, multiple teeth, or a full set of upper or lower teeth. If your jawbone is insufficient, you may be able to have a procedure called a bone graft to build up the bone and move forward with the implants in the future. Of course, our dentist will be the best judge of the right fit for you.
What does getting dental implants involve?
Since dental implants require surgery, the process begins with evaluating your health. You will have a detailed dental exam and a review of your medical history and records by our dentist. Dr. Richardson and Dr. Townsley will talk with you about your options for anesthesia and help you determine the best one for you.
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The process will typically involve several procedures over time:
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Removing damaged teeth
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Placing the implant(s)
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Bone growth and healing
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Placing the abutment
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Placing the crown (artificial tooth)