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Choosing the right tooth replacement option in Glen Allen, VA
ust a couple of decades ago, dental patients had few options. Fixed bridges and removable dentures were the only commonly available tooth replacement solutions, but neither was ideal. Thankfully, we have progressed far beyond those days. Modern dental materials and advanced technology have not only improved the traditional solutions, but also gave us a new – and better in most situations – option. Dental implants are considered the gold standard treatment for replacing missing teeth.
Types of implants in Glen Allen, VA
The most common dental implant is made of titanium, and similar in size to a natural tooth root. However, advances in implant dentistry have brought us a number of options, allowing the procedure to be tailored to each person’s needs. Variations in size and shape of the implant may be used to accommodate the jawbone at the implant site.
For many patients, the greatest development in tooth replacement treatment was the introduction of zirconia implants. They are just as strong as titanium, but do not contain metal. This is a great benefit for individuals with titanium allergies, those concerned about electroconductivity, and those who simply prefer to keep metal out of their mouths.
Why choose implants?
Because implants are the only way to replace the roots of teeth, they have a number of unique benefits.
- Implants, combined with restorations such as porcelain crowns, mimic the anatomy of a complete tooth.
- Bone tissue fuses to the titanium or zirconia surface in a process called osseointegration. This stimulates healthy cell rejuvenation, helping to prevent the bone loss that is inherent with tooth loss.
- There are no special tools needed or extra steps in oral hygiene. Care for implant-supported restorations just as you would natural teeth.
To find out if you are a good candidate for implants, call (804) 381-6238 and schedule a consultation.
Dr. Olivia Hart
DDS, NMD, IABDM & ICOI Fellow & AAIP Fellow
Dr. Olivia Hart, a founder of Virginia Biological Dentistry and a highly accomplished biological dentist, is honored to serve her community in Glen Allen, Richmond VA. She has always sought to enrich her knowledge in the field of holistic/biological dental health and to offer her patients the best comprehensive dental care possible. Her Virginia Biological Dentistry provides services ranging from biocompatible ceramic restorations, ceramic implants, and extractions with a biological protocol to treatments of sleep apnea, TMJ and other specialized bio-dental services.
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