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Simple functions like biting and chewing are a breeze when you have strong, healthy teeth. Tooth loss can make these tasks like smiling and laughing more difficult. Natural-looking dental implants from Longmont Dental can give you back these simple pleasures and improve your quality of life. Your Longmont, Colorado, implant dentist, Dr. Kurt Knechtel and Dr. Wyatt Knechtel, answer your dental questions to help you determine if they’re right for you.
Implants aren’t teeth, as many people think. They’re small, titanium posts that function like tooth roots to support your new teeth. These biocompatible posts are inserted into your jawbone surgically, and they slowly fuse with the bone tissue around them – a process called osseointegration – to become the foundation for your replacement teeth. When the fusing process is through, Dr. Knechtel will attach abutments and restorations to finalize your treatment.
That depends on the complexity of your treatment. On average, implants take around four to eight months to heal fully. Mini-implants and all-on-4 implants may recover quicker. If you require a bone graft to shore up your jawbone before implant surgery, the entire process will be extended. Dr. Kurt Knechtel and Dr. Wyatt Knechtel will explain all your options during your initial consultation so you’ll know what to expect from this restorative treatment.
Implant treatment may take longer than traditional dentures or bridges, but their life-long benefits make them worth the investment. Implants are the only restorations that replace your teeth and their roots. This gives your new teeth greater stability for biting and chewing. You can talk, laugh, smile, and eat normally without fearing losing teeth.
Implants can prevent many of the oral health issues associated with tooth loss, such as bone loss, dental drift, and uneven wear on your teeth. You’ll be able to eat meat, raw fruits and vegetables, and other nutritious foods that contribute to healthier teeth. By eliminating tooth gaps, implants can also improve oral hygiene to reduce your risk of decay and periodontal disease.
Yes! Dr. Kurt Knechtel and Dr. Wyatt Knechtel will customize your restorations for optimal comfort and beauty. Your crown, fixed bridge, or denture will closely resemble the features of real teeth to give your smile a natural, authentic appearance. Implant crowns and bridges will blend in so smoothly with your natural teeth that no one can tell the difference.
Titanium is one of the strongest metals in the world, giving your implants a long lifespan of 20 to 30 years, or even a lifetime, with proper care. Implant restorations are also enduring, lasting up to 20 years. Implants are a long-term investment into your smile’s future.
If you live in or near Longmont, CO, you can contact Dr. Kurt Knechtel or Dr. Wyatt Knechtel from Longmont Dental at (720) 815-4733 to schedule an implant treatment consultation.