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If you’ve recently lost one or more teeth, chances are you’re looking at replacement options. Dr. Jon Edmondson from Edmondson Family Dental Care recommends new dental implants. With implants, you’ll not only get back your chewing power but your beautiful smile as well. Your Windsor Mill, Maryland, dentist takes the time to answer questions about implants here.
Implants are small titanium posts placed inside your jawbone to replace missing tooth roots. These posts will undergo an osseointegration process and heal. Once healed, they’ll function like artificial tooth roots to support your new teeth. Dr. Edmondson can use dental implants to replace missing teeth and restore your smile to its original state. Â Â Â Â
You could qualify for this treatment if you’re missing permanent teeth, have good bone density, and are healthy enough to endure implant surgery. Dr. Edmondson will schedule a consultation to evaluate your oral and general health and explain the implant process to see if it fits you well. Â
Getting implants may seem complex, but it’s a routine procedure many dentists perform today. Dr. Edmondson will start with a consultation to evaluate your oral and general health, bone density, lifestyle habits, etc., and determine if implants are the best option. If you’re a good match for implants, we’ll map out your treatment and schedule implant placement. Most implant placement procedures can be completed in one dental visit. Then, we’ll wait three to six months for the implants to fuse with your jawbone and heal. The final stage of your treatment is attaching the abutments and your replacement teeth.
Working with an experienced implant dentist like Dr. Edmondson is key to having a safe, successful implant treatment. Overall, implants are known for having a 95% or higher success rate.  Â
Implants give your new teeth the stability of natural teeth for biting and chewing and the authentic appearance of a beautiful, natural smile. Improved oral health, jawbone support, comfort, and easy care are additional benefits of implants.Â
If you’re diligent in caring for your teeth and keeping up with routine checkups and cleanings, titanium implants could last a lifetime. Quality restorations can also have a long lifespan of up to 20+ years.Â
Implant surgery is done under anesthesia, so you won’t feel pain or discomfort during your procedure. Dr. Edmondson can combine anesthesia with sedation to help you have a comfortable, stress-free treatment. Any discomfort or pain you feel after the anesthesia wears off can be managed with OTC pain medication. Â
If you live in or near Windsor Mill, MD, we encourage you to contact Dr. Jon Edmondson from Edmondson Family Dental Care at (410) 220-5309 to learn more about implants.Â