{"id":139,"date":"2019-02-20T18:04:42","date_gmt":"2019-02-20T18:04:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/?p=139"},"modified":"2019-03-20T18:07:04","modified_gmt":"2019-03-20T18:07:04","slug":"dental-implants-in-fox-chapel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/2019\/02\/20\/dental-implants-in-fox-chapel\/","title":{"rendered":"Dental Implants: The Best Way to Replace a Single Tooth"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"178\" src=\"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/52504157_10155876631701366_4486453950421139456_o-300x178.jpg\" alt=\"single tooth implant\" class=\"wp-image-140\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/52504157_10155876631701366_4486453950421139456_o-300x178.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/52504157_10155876631701366_4486453950421139456_o-768x456.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/52504157_10155876631701366_4486453950421139456_o-1024x608.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/03\/52504157_10155876631701366_4486453950421139456_o.jpg 1173w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you missing a single tooth? Not only is that gap in your\nsmile embarrassing, but it can also lead to other oral health problems. For\nexample, the adjacent teeth may drift out of place. You could even suffer from\nfurther tooth loss. Replacing your tooth can prevent such issues and renew your\nconfidence! Let&#8217;s discuss why <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/dental-implants.html\">dental implants in Fox\nChapel<\/a> are the best treatment option for filling in the empty space and\nrestoring your smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Is a Dental Implant?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A dental implant is a small cylinder, usually made of a\ntitanium alloy, that an oral surgeon places beneath the gum line. Following the\nplacement procedure, the implant bonds with the bone around it in a process\nknown as osseointegration. In effect, your body accepts the implant and treats\nit in the same way it would treat a natural tooth root. After the bond between\nthe implant and the surrounding tissue is nice and strong, your dentist attaches\na beautiful, custom crown on top of the implant to replace the visible portion\nof the missing tooth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Does an Implant Compare to a Fixed Bridge?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people opt for a crown and bridge, otherwise called a\nfixed bridge, to replace a single missing tooth. This treatment is relatively\nfast and affordable, and it can restore full dental function. However, there\nare a number of reasons why a dental implant is a superior option:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Placing a fixed bridge requires that your\ndentist files down the enamel on the teeth next to the empty space. With a dental\nimplant, your remaining natural teeth can remain entirely intact.<\/li><li>An implant replaces both the crown <em>and <\/em>the root of a missing tooth. A\ntraditional fixed bridge only replaces the top part of a tooth.<\/li><li>Because an implant bonds with the bone around it,\nit prevents the jaw from deteriorating. A fixed bridge does not provide bone\nhealth benefits.<\/li><li>A dental implant lasts much longer than a fixed\nbridge. In fact, an implant has the potential to last a lifetime!<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who Can Receive a Dental Implant?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Most people who have lost a single tooth are eligible to\nreceive a dental implant. After examining your mouth and talking to you about\nyour lifestyle and oral health goals, your dentist in Fox Chapel will determine\nwhether an implant is a good fit for you. If you\u2019re free of major oral and\noverall health problems and have adequate bone density in your jaw, it is\nlikely that you\u2019ll be able to receive an implant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you ready to fill in the gap in your smile? A dental\nimplant may be the ideal way for you to regain a complete, healthy set of\nteeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Ray Voller has been helping patients in our community\nenjoy improved oral health for nearly 40 years. He has a special interest in reconstructive\ndentistry, including dental implant restoration. If you would like to speak to him\nabout replacing your missing teeth, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vollersmiles.com\/contact.html\">contact our Fox\nChapel office<\/a> at 412-406-8100.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you missing a single tooth? Not only is that gap in your smile embarrassing, but it can also lead to other oral health problems. For example, the adjacent teeth may drift out of place. You could even suffer from further tooth loss. Replacing your tooth can prevent such issues and renew your confidence! 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