Periodontal disease can lead to tooth loss – in fact, adults are more likely to lose teeth because of this condition than due to another cause. As time passes, bacteria will destroy the tissues that support your teeth, leaving them insecure and vulnerable to being completely lost or removed. As this happens, it can become more difficult for you to smile or speak with confidence, and it can feel more difficult to enjoy different foods. You can also experience problems with jawbone deterioration, and your surrounding teeth lose out on important support.
Dental implants hold replacement teeth to your jawbone, mimicking a form of support that natural teeth receive from their roots. At our office, we can perform preliminary evaluations to make sure you are ready for the placement process, and to determine the right angle and location. When the implant is in place, you can make plans to receive a custom restoration after you go through an appropriate healing period.
When patients come in to discuss prosthetic treatment, it is important that they undergo a thorough evaluation. We can look out for any issues that might interfere with your ability to enjoy a successful treatment. That can mean performing work to resolve periodontal problems so that they do not affect your placement and healing period. Another approach we may have to take can involve jawbone grafting, which helps strengthen the bone to support your restoration. Because we rely on laser tools to perform jawbone grafting treatments, we can do more precise work, which is then followed by an easier recovery period.
Our periodontal practice can work with you to make sure that you have a successful implant placement. We can also work with you to manage periodontal problems that can negatively impact your well-being. To find out more, or to discuss any other concerns regarding your gum health, call Dr. Kania’s office in Encinitas/San Diego, CA, at (760) 642-0711.
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