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Dental Implants services offered in Flatiron District, New York City, NY
Dental implants offer a permanent solution for replacing missing teeth, giving you the stability and natural look you want. At Advanced Implant & Cosmetic Dentistry in the Flatiron district of New York City, New York, Jyoti Srivastava, MS, DDS, and Robert Castracane, DMD, use state-of-the-art implant technology to restore your smile with comfort and precision. If you’re looking for a reliable way to regain full function and confidence in your teeth, dental implants can help you eat, speak, and smile with ease. Schedule an appointment online or call the office today to learn more.
Dental Implants Q & A
What are dental implants?
Dental implants are artificial replacements for missing teeth that serve as the foundation for crowns, bridges, or dentures. Every tooth has two parts: the crown and the root. You can’t see the roots of your teeth — they sit beneath your gum line — but they’re integral in holding your teeth in place.
Your Advanced Implant & Cosmetic Dentistry dentist surgically places a titanium post into the jawbone, which acts as a substitute for the root. Once the implant integrates with the bone, it provides strong and stable support for the visible crown. This process simultaneously restores your smile’s long-term function and appearance.
Why should I choose dental implants over other options?
Implants are the gold standard in dental restorations because they’re more durable and longer-lasting than alternative options. Popular benefits of dental implants include:
- A natural appearance and feel that blends easily with your smile
- Full restoration of chewing function, allowing you to enjoy your favorite foods
- Prevention of bone loss in your jaw, maintaining your natural facial structure
- Independence from neighboring teeth, protecting their integrity
Dental implants can last for decades with proper care. They can even remain functional for the rest of your life.
What does getting dental implants involve?
Getting dental implants requires several steps and some patience, but the results are well worth it. The process starts with a consultation with your dentist and then X-rays or 3D scans to check your jawbone’s health to see if it’s ready for an implant. If your jawbone is too deteriorated, you may need a bone graft first, which usually takes 3-6 months to heal.
Once your jaw is ready, your dentist surgically places the titanium implants into your bone. It takes 3-6 months for the implants to fuse with your bone after surgery. During this healing period, you can wear temporary replacement teeth to keep your smile intact.
When the healing is complete and the implant is securely bonded to the bone, you return for your permanent replacement teeth. These teeth are custom-made to match your other teeth, ensuring a natural look and feel. The entire process can take six months to a year, depending on your situation.
Your teeth are meant to last a lifetime, but when they don’t, dental implants are your next best option. Call today or schedule an appointment online to learn more.