Dental Implants

Did you know that you could have the option to replace your missing teeth with a long-term, permanent solution? Dental implants are an innovative and effective treatment solution for people who are missing one tooth or many teeth due to oral problems such as gum disease, tooth injury, tooth decay and trauma.

According to the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS), statistics show that 69% of adults ages 35 to 44 have lost at least one permanent tooth to one of these issues and, by age 74, 26% of adults have lost all of their permanent teeth. Does this statistic refer to you? Breckner Dental, a St. Louis area advanced dental practice is ready to help you.

What is a Dental Implant?

A dental implant is the "root" replacement for a missing tooth. Implants are composed of three parts: the titanium implant that fuses with the jawbone; the abutment, which fits over the portion of the implant that protrudes from the gum line; and the crown, which is created by a prosthodontist or restorative dentist and fitted onto the abutment for a natural appearance.

Dental implants can replace a single tooth or a complete arch (all the teeth in the upper or lower jaw). Dental implants are permanent solutions to replacing teeth as opposed to partials or dentures, which are removable.

Are you ready to find out if dental implants are right for you? Contact us now or call 618-307-3267 to schedule a consultation.

What are the Advantages of Dental Implants?

Dental implants offer many advantages when it comes to replacing missing teeth. Some advantages include:
Dental implants replace the tooth root versus bridges that rely on adjacent teeth for support
Dental implants never slip, never make embarrassing noises and never decay
Dental implants look and feel like your natural teeth
Dental implants make eating more comfortable and easier

You will need a dental evaluation to determine if you are a candidate for dental implants. Ideal candidates not only have missing teeth, but they must also have enough bone in the jaw to support the placement of the dental implant. As a specialist in dental implants in the St. Louis Metro area, Dr. Breckner can determine if they are right for you.

What Can Happen if I Don’t Replace Missing Teeth?

Missing teeth can have long-term negative effects on your overall oral health, not to mention the lack of confidence many people experience from having a less-than-perfect smile.

Missing teeth can cause problems, including:

• Problems with Adjacent Tooth Movement
• Bone Loss around Remaining Teeth
• Problems Eating and Speaking
• Gum and Bone Recession

Are Dental Implants Right for Me?

Dental implants and the procedure for placing them vary on the patient’s need, how many teeth are missing, the presence of gum disease or other oral health issues, jaw bone density and other factors. A dental evaluation can help determine if dental implants are right for you.

Fixed Full Arch Implant

For anyone missing all of their teeth on the upper or lower jaw, a fixed full-arch implant prosthesis may be an alternative to dentures. A fixed full-arch implant prosthesis requires careful planning and coordination before the process ever begins. This dental solution involves placing multiple implants in the gum that will securely attach to a custom-made prosthetic. This is a permanent solution that offers a very natural feel and look. This type of solution is also called a Hybrid Implant Prosthesis, meaning that it is a cross between a bridge and a denture.

Why Choose Dr. Breckner for My Dental Implants?

Dr. Breckner is a highly experienced and skilled restorative dentist who has advanced training in prosthodontics along with a certified fellowship in implant prosthodontics. For more than 25 years, Dr. Breckner has been treating the general and advanced dentistry needs of his patients in Southern Illinois and the St. Louis Metro East. Dr. Breckner attends national training seminars each year to ensure he remains on top of the latest medical advances and treatments, particularly related to the more complex procedures for cosmetic, implant and reconstructive dentistry. He offers same day implant tooth replacement where applicable.

Learn more about whether dental implants are right for you. Call 618-307-3267 now.