Dental Implants Spokane

If you’ve lost a tooth to decay or in an accident, it can be tempting to leave a gap, especially if the space is in the rear of the mouth where it’s less noticeable.  But because of the wonder of the human body, a lost tooth allows for resorption, or bone loss at the site, which will weaken your jaw.  Surrounding teeth will also begin to float into the space once held by the missing tooth (teeth), causing your bite pattern to shift.  What you may have considered a mild cosmetic irritation becomes something that can cause you a great deal of pain when your teeth come together, and can even change the way you talk.  If you’re missing enough teeth, the bone loss in your jaw can give you a sunken, aged look.

You don’t have to suffer those consequences, though.  A good cosmetic dentist can place a dental implant, which is simply a titanium post placed in the jaw bone in the same manner a tooth’s root would be.  Then a dental crown is attached to the post in place of the missing tooth.  Not only is the gap filled and your cosmetic issue taken care of, but thanks to the post attached to the crown, the bone is constantly stimulated, stopping the bone loss.

If you have a missing tooth that you’d like to take care of, Drs. Ken & Marnie Collins of Spokane, WA would be happy to talk with you about it.  You can contact our office by email or call us at 509.540.3111. You can also make an appointment online.