What do most people think of when you say “Kansas City” to them? BBQ of course, and for you, that means ribs..at least it used to. Your missing teeth make it nearly impossible for you to enjoy them, so you simply don’t anymore. Memories don’t do them justice, so it’s time for you to do something about it. One of the best ways you can replace your missing teeth and enjoy meal time again is with dental implants in Kansas City from Dr. Michael Byars.
Why You Should Get Dental Implants
Missing teeth can lead to a multitude of problems, and one of the most basic is that they make it harder to eat. This leads many people to avoid essential foods like proteins and fibrous vegetables simply because they can’t chew them. Over time, this lack of nutrition can drastically effect your health and lead to a much shorter life expectancy. Missing teeth can also cause tissue and bone loss that can affect how your jaw fits together. You can prevent this and completely restore your teeth with dental implants.
What Are Dental Implants?
Dental implants have an advantage over other methods of replacing missing teeth: They can restore the entire structure: root and crown. Other procedures only repair the tooth above the gum line, leaving you vulnerable to tissue loss and jaw atrophy.
Dental implants involve a new titanium root being surgically placed into your jaw. This not only provides a sturdy base for your new tooth, but can also prevent and even reverse the tissue recession common after tooth loss. It is able to do this because titanium is bio-compatible with the human body, meaning that once the root has been implanted, the body treats it like a natural root and sends nourishing blood to the surrounding area, revitalizing it.
Implants are usually topped with a high-quality porcelain crown. Porcelain dental crowns in Kansas City can give you a tooth that is both aesthetically pleasing and functionally strong. These two elements are held together by a metal connector called an abutment, which is similar to a screw.
More Benefits
Dental implants are one of the most versatile ways you can replace your missing teeth, as they can replace a single tooth, support a bridge, and even anchor a set of dentures. Implant supported dentures actually have a better hold and allow a stronger bite force than traditional dentures. This means you can eat a wider variety of foods and not have to worry about embarrassing slippage.
Implants have a 98% success rate and are easy to maintain. All it takes is normal brushing and flossing to keep them looking great for decades.
What Is The Procedure Like?
Dr. Byars has studied dental implants extensively, and is even a member of the Northland Implant Dental Study Club. This enables him to complete the entire procedure himself, both placement and restoration, unlike most other dental practices. With other practices, you would need to be referred to an outside specialist to have your implants placed. Dr. Byars is able to save you the time and trouble of going between doctor’s offices, and enables you to be with the same doctor that you trust through the entire procedure.
The procedure to get dental implants involves 3 basic steps:
- Your new titanium root will be placed into your jawbone
- You will be given time to heal and allow the root to bond to your jaw
- Finally, Dr. Byars will place the porcelain crown into your mouth
The first part of the procedure involves minor surgery, but this can usually be completed with local anesthesia and requires minimal healing time. The healing period is mostly to allow time for your root to bond to your jaw. Once you have the crown, there will be very little sensation in the implant itself, but it will look and function just like a natural tooth.
How Can I Get Dental Implants?
If you want to be able to eat all of your favorite foods again, make an appointment with us today. If you want to feel good about your smile again, make an appointment today. Dental implants can do so much more than just restore your teeth, so we hope to see you soon.