Your smile is your signature. It's the first thing people notice, and it says a lot about who you are. That's why we're committed to helping you achieve a smile that's as beautiful and unique as you are. Our dental implants are the gold standard for tooth replacement, with the ability to offer a natural-looking and feeling solution that lets you smile, eat, and speak normally.
Dental implants are small titanium posts that are surgically implanted into your jaw bone and used to anchor single replacement teeth, multiple teeth, or an entire denture. This restoration allows us to replace missing teeth without needing removable devices and without damaging the adjacent teeth. Because of the advanced predictably of our implant planning software and the security they give your smile, dental implants are a highly sought after restoration technique.
At Poulos, Somers & Marshall, our implantology and periodontic experts are trained in the placement and restoration of dental implants in Denver, and are able to create beautiful, functional implants that look and feel natural. With the use of the most advanced technology, we provide a superior patient experience. We also always look for new ways to improve your life with the best dentistry.
SimPlant® software gives us three-dimensional information on the anatomy of your mouth, which allows us to better plan your dental implant placement and provide a more comfortable and accurate restoration. The data we use includes information about the width and density of your jawbone, the exact location of neighboring tooth roots, and the location of the nerves. This all combines to help us find the best location for your implants and virtually prepare your treatment plan with great precision. We're even able show you how your new smile will look before your treatment begins!
Using realistic three-dimensional planning software eliminates the likelihood of unforeseen complications during your procedure. Our ability to create a personalized treatment plan tailored to you increases the accuracy of your implant placements and the overall success rate.
A huge barrier to commitment for patients receiving dental implants is the thought that they’ll be without teeth while their gums heal from extractions or while the implant posts heal and bonds with your jawbone. With our teeth in a Day, this fear is no longer an issue. First, our team uses state-of-the-art technology to gather a range of data points about your mouth. This information allows us to then plan your procedure with a great level of detail and accuracy, including creating a virtual road map for us to follow during your treatment. This precision adds to efficiency in process, making it possible to perform treatment in a single day!
When you lose a tooth, the jaw bone underneath your tooth is no longer stimulated by the force of chewing. Normally, this pressure is transmitted through the root of your tooth. Without this stimulation, the jaw bone will weaken and lose bone mass. Dental implants prevent this by functioning as an artificial root.
They are permanently implanted into your jaw bone, and the process of “osseointegration” bonds the titanium implant with your bone tissue permanently as your implant heals. The result of this is that your implant actually helps stimulate the jaw bone as you chew, smile and bite, just like a natural tooth would.
If you don’t replace your missing tooth at all, you’ll experience a few different symptoms. First, your remaining teeth will start to shift toward the empty socket where your tooth used to be. This can ruin your bite alignment and lead to issues like premature wear & tear of your remaining teeth.
In addition, you will start to lose the bone that lies underneath your missing tooth. You may lose up to 25% of the bone below your missing tooth within a year of tooth loss. Eventually, it may weaken to such an extent that you can no longer have a dental implant placed. At this point, you may require treatment such as a bone graft or sinus lift to strengthen your jaw before an implant can be placed.
If you choose to replace your missing tooth with an alternative treatment like a dental bridge or a partial denture, you will avoid most of the worst symptoms of tooth loss. However, your jaw bone will still deteriorate, because dentures and bridges do not stimulate the underlying bone. For that reason, dental implants are a superior choice for restoring your smile.
If you’re missing teeth, take comfort in knowing there are many restorative replacement options available to you. Though dental implants have the most upfront cost, you should see them as an investment in your oral health. With proper care, implants can last for the rest of a patient’s life, saving them both time and money in the long run.
Dentures start at a lower price point and are often covered by insurance. However, they’ll need to be replaced every few years and may require relatively frequent adjustments to keep them fitting properly. Because they are a removable solution, dentures do not require extensive oral surgery. Dentures are also a good alternative for patients who’s jawbone cannot support a dental implant.
Imagine a smile that not only looks great but feels even better! A smile that's strong, beautiful, and built to last. That's the power of dental implants. If you're ready to take the first step towards a healthier, more beautiful smile, contact us today for a personalized consultation. We'll work with you to create a treatment plan that fits your unique needs.
