Damage to front teeth is quite common, and dentists frequently see people who have knocked out a front tooth or chipped or cracked it irrevocably during an accident or while playing sports. Others will lose a front tooth because of tooth decay, where the infection has destroyed the tooth to such an extent it cannot be saved. A front tooth implant in Bushwick, Brooklyn, NY, offers a reliable solution, restoring both the appearance and functionality of your smile with a durable, natural-looking replacement tooth.
Many people will lose a front tooth, and whether due to disease or trauma, the loss can be embarrassing and upsetting, making it nearly impossible to smile and talk confidently. If you face the loss of a front tooth or are already missing a front tooth, you will know how important it is to replace it quickly. While other options are available, including a front tooth denture called a flipper or a dental bridge, a dental implant is by far the best option at Broadway Family Dental in Bushwick, Brooklyn, NY.
Reclaim your smile with a Front Tooth Implant at Broadway Family Dental in Bushwick, Brooklyn, NY. Our skilled team is here to provide a natural-looking, durable solution for missing front teeth, restoring both your appearance and confidence.
What Is a Dental Implant?
A dental implant is a way to replace the entire tooth artificially. It normally has three components, including a small screw or post inserted into the jawbone where it heals or fuses with the bone around it. The second component is called an abutment and is screwed onto the post, protruding just above the gumline. The abutment supports the final part of the implant, which is the implant crown. The crown can be cemented or screwed onto the abutment, so it is held firmly in place and is nonremovable.
There are many different implant systems designed for different situations, so it’s always important to see a highly trained and experienced implant dentist like a periodontist for treatment.
These options include:
- Mini Dental Implants, ideal for smaller spaces
- Full Mouth Dental Implants for replacing all teeth
- All-on-4 Dental Implants, which are designed to support a full arch of teeth on just four implants
That way, you can ensure you get the best system for your needs rather than a system a less experienced dentist feels comfortable using at Broadway Family Dental in Bushwick, Brooklyn, NY.
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Why Choose a Dental Implant?
When you want to replace a front tooth, it’s important to restore it in a way that looks and feels natural because it is so visible whenever you talk or smile. Receiving a front tooth replacement that looks just like a real tooth can help restore self-confidence and self-esteem. A well-designed front tooth implant is virtually indistinguishable from a natural tooth.
There is another important reason for choosing a front tooth implant because it is the only restoration that artificially replaces your tooth root as well as the tooth crown, the part that is normally visible in the mouth. When you lose a natural tooth, your dentist must remove the entire tooth, including the tooth root. The tooth root normally extends quite deep into the jawbone, helping to hold the tooth firmly in place. It also has another important function: it provides valuable stimulation to the bone around it.
What Happens When You Lose a Tooth?
When you bite on a tooth, it creates sensations that are transmitted through the tooth crown, into the root, and out into the surrounding bone. These sensations stimulate new bone growth as old bone cells die off, ensuring your jawbone remains strong and healthy. When you lose a tooth and the tooth root, the jawbone that used to surround it no longer receives this stimulation. As old bone cells die, they are no longer replaced, and consequently, the jawbone begins to resorb.
The loss of bone affects the gum tissue covering it and the teeth adjacent to the gap. These teeth can become less stable, so they start to shift position towards the space. The effect is even more devastating if you lose multiple teeth, and jawbone loss is why people with complete dentures often struggle to wear them comfortably because they become increasingly loose due to declining retention.
What to Expect When You Have a Front Tooth Implant?
The procedure for a front tooth implant is very straightforward and quite quick. Your implant dentist at Broadway Family Dental in Bushwick, Brooklyn, NY, will take diagnostic images, including a cone beam CT scan, to plan precisely where to insert the implant during surgery. Ideally, choose an implant dentist that uses computer-guided surgery, using a computer-generated surgical stent created after planning your treatment digitally. This ensures that your treatment is more successful, smoother, and quicker to complete. It only takes about an hour to insert an implant, and you might be comfortable enough with a local anesthetic. Otherwise, ask your implant dentist about sedation to ensure you feel comfortable. Afterward, it is often possible to fit a temporary implant tooth that will be worn while your implant heals and is replaced with your permanent implant tooth several months later.
A front tooth implant can restore both the function and appearance of your smile, providing a long-lasting, natural-looking solution. At Broadway Family Dental in Bushwick, Brooklyn, NY, our skilled dental team is committed to offering high-quality, customized dental care to help you regain confidence and comfort. Whether you’ve lost a front tooth due to injury or decay, a dental implant is a reliable option that blends seamlessly with your natural teeth. Schedule a consultation with us today to learn how a front tooth implant can enhance your smile and improve your quality of life.
Dr. Ella Dekhtyar is an ABGD-certified cosmetic and family dentist who strives to provide the best and most appropriate dental care using the latest cutting-edge technology and treatment. Dr. Dekhtyar has more than 20 years of experience creating beautiful and healthy smiles, backed by receiving multiple awards, including America’s Best Dentist and New York Magazine Best Dentists in 2010 & 2012, and her collaboration with prominent media outlets.
Recognized as one of the most highly regarded dentists in the Bushwick and Bedford-Stuyvesant community, Dr. Dekhtyar operates in several languages, including English, Spanish, as well as Russian, and provides highly praised aesthetic and functional results in a welcoming and relaxing environment.
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