Dental Implants

Millions of Americans struggle with tooth loss during their lifetime. Whether it’s due to gum disease, tooth decay, injuries sustained while playing sports, or as a result of an accident, this is a common issue which plagues many American families.

Until recently, dentists in Clemson, SC had limited options for correcting and treating patients who had missing teeth. In most cases, patients had to choose between having a fixed bridge installed in their mouth, or choosing to use removable partials or complete dentures for the rest of their lives.

Luckily, recent advancements in modern dental procedures have allowed dentists in your community to begin offering dental implants as a permanent solution to lost teeth.

What are Dental Implants?

A dental implant is a permanent replacement tooth. The implant serves as a replacement for the roots of the tooth and provides a stable foundation for any additional fixed or removable teeth.

The dental implant is surgically inserted into the lower or upper jaw, which allows the replacement teeth to fit securely into the gums and imitate the appearance and feel of natural teeth.

Ask Dr. Layne about how dental implants can provide a convenient solution to your dental issues. The trusted and caring staff at Carolina Oaks Dental Care are here to help you get the dental care you need to give you a confident and radiant smile.

Are Dental Implants Successful Replacements for Natural Teeth?

Overall, dental implants have an extremely high success rate of 98%.

However, it’s important to note the success of a dental implant relies heavily on the patient, and how well they care for their replacement teeth. It is important to treat your dental implants as though they are your own, natural teeth, and to practice regular brushing and flossing to keep the surrounding teeth and gums healthy.

How Do Patients Benefit from Dental Implants?

Choosing to have a dental implant procedure offers a variety of positive benefits, including:

• Convenience. One of the biggest complaints that we hear from denture wearers is that dentures are inconvenient. Permanent dental implants look and feel like your natural tooth and are cared for similarly, so no inconveniences!
• Ease of eating. Many patients who have dentures struggle to eat properly, but dental implants make chewing and swallowing as natural as possible.
• Improved speech. Some denture wearers struggle to speak while their dentures are in place. Dental implants enable more streamlined and natural feeling replacement teeth.
• Increased comfort. Dental implants mimic the feel and appearance of natural teeth and prevent the discomfort that dentures may cause a patient.

Dependable Dental Care at a Convenient Location

If you have a missing, decayed or extremely damaged tooth, don’t wait till the problem gets worse. Come see the compassionate and gentle team of Carolina Oaks Dental Care. We will restore your tooth with a beautiful, durable, and natural feeling dental implant. Call us today at 864-235-3949. We’ll bring your smile back, stronger and brighter than ever.

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