It’s no secret that missing teeth can drastically alter your smile and face structure, causing you to lose confidence when you smile or interact with others. It can also make eating and even talking difficult.
Unfortunately, this is not the end of it. Aside from the aesthetics and functionality, a missing tooth can also affect your dental alignment, potentially leading to a slew of other issues in the future.
Tooth loss due to gum disease or severe tooth decay is now preventable with proper oral hygiene and regular dental care appointments in most cases.
Whatever the reason for your tooth loss, we can assure you that there is a solution. Furman Dental specializes in dental implants that look and feel like natural teeth, restoring your smile and self-confidence.
A dental implant is a common method of replacing a missing tooth. It is essentially a structure that is surgically fused with your jaw bone to serve as a support for crowns, bridges or dentures. There are two parts to a dental implants- the implant post that fuses to the jaw bone and the crown, bridge or denture that is attached.
Dental implants are a long-term solution for replacing a missing tooth or multiple teeth throughout your mouth. If properly cared for, implants can last the rest of your life.
The dental implant process can be confusing. To replace a single tooth can take anywhere from 4 to 10 months typically. To replace all your teeth with implant can sometimes be done “same day” but can also take up to a year or longer to finalize. We will always offer a temporary option to replace your tooth or teeth while the implants are healing. Although the implant process takes some time, it is a tooth replacement solution that is oftentimes superior to other options and may last a lifetime! Dr. Furman meets with each patient individually to explain the process, give you options, and answer all your questions.
Why should you get Dental Implants from Furman Dental? We strive to provide you with the best care possible in order to restore your oral health. Dr. Furman has extensive training in placing and restoring implants and is an Associate Fellow of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry- a designation only bestowed to a small percentage of dentists after completing 300 hours of continuing education and passing an exam administered by the top implant dentists in the country. When having dental implant surgery, it is extremely important to have a quality trained dentist. Dr. Furman will work with you to create an individualized plan to replace either one tooth, multiple teeth, or all your teeth if necessary. Dr. Furman also works closely with other local specialists to help in the implant process when required- our ultimate goal is to provide the best service to you possible!
Some of our core benefits include:
Oral treatment does not have to be painful or uncomfortable. We strive to make your visit to our dental office as pleasant as possible. Most importantly, we use local anesthesia during surgery and prescribe effective pain medication to ensure a pain-free recovery. Patients have told us time and time again how the dental implant process was much easier than they anticipated. We strive to make the process as comfortable and seamless as possible!
Are you unsure whether you are a good candidate for dental implants? Implants are useful not only for people who are missing teeth but also for those who have loose or severely damaged teeth. We have invested in the latest 3-D x-ray technology to help us ensure where the exact placement of the implant should be. With this technology, there is no guessing and often times we will use guides to help us place the implant in the exact preplanned location- reducing complications and providing you a more predictable result.
Our job is to improve both the functionality and the appearance of your teeth. As a result, we will provide you with implants that feel and look exactly like your natural teeth. While we strive to save your natural teeth, implants are the closet replacement without damaging adjacent teeth using a bridge or partial denture.
This patient had neglected her teeth due to a fear of the dentist. Dr. Furman placed five implants and made a denture that snapped to the implants to help retain it. She was able to speak, chew, and smile again and was thrilled with the results!
If you have one or more missing teeth, dental implants can fill the gap and allow you to wear tooth replacements that look like your natural teeth. So, with replacement teeth, you can continue living a normal life and doing the things you enjoy. We strive for our patient to be able to eat, speak, and smile comfortably! There are several ways we use implants to replace teeth depending on how many teeth need to be replaced:
Losing a tooth or several teeth can result in serious dental problems in the future. A dental implant can help prevent your other teeth from shifting out of place. An implant also helps to maintain your natural jawbone for proper eating and speaking.
Missing several teeth can make everyday tasks difficult for you! Implants can help you reclaim your life, whether it's eating the foods you used to enjoy or conversing and laughing with family and friends.
Dentures, a common solution for missing teeth, can be uncomfortable and inconvenient because they are removable, giving the impression that they are not your natural teeth. Implants can be used to retain your denture to prevent shifting. One of the most rewarding things we can do is to help someone eat, speak, or smile more comfortably by using implants to retain their denture.
Teeth have a significant impact on how people feel and behave. When you have a gap in your teeth as a result of tooth loss, you may feel insecure when you smile. Getting an implant to fill the gap, will help restore your confidence.
Dental implants act and function like your natural teeth and in the same vein they should be cared for in a similar fashion. Brushing, flossing, and regular cleanings all help dental implants remain healthy!
The best thing about implants is that the treatment only affects the area in question. The neighboring teeth and gums are unaffected. When crowns or bridges are attached, it is nearly impossible to tell the difference between the replacements and your natural teeth.
It is not necessary for tooth loss or damage to be permanent. While getting your natural tooth back is impossible, dental implants are able to mimic the same look and feel of your teeth. Furman Dental serves all Hendersonville, NC dental implant patients. We have cutting-edge x-ray technology and the best dental implant specialists to get you the results you want.
