In cases of missing teeth, implants play a vital role in preventing neighboring teeth from moving into empty spaces and causing issues such as misalignment and pain in the jaw. In severe cases that go untreated, loss of jawbone may occur.
Attached to the jaw bone using screw-like titanium posts, implants fill this empty space and preserve its integrity. After the gums have healed and the jaw bone has had time to grow around the implants, a crown is placed on the posts, creating a well-rooted tooth replacement that is virtually as strong as the natural tooth. Implants enhance the ability to eat and also help maintains temporomandibular integrity, which relates to the overall balance and function of the jaw.
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