Nobody enjoys having to pay a visit to the dentist. We all fear that we might have tooth decay or gum disease. No one enjoys being told that they need an injection in their mouth and we all hope that the dentist will not give us a filling. But there is a procedure which is even more intimidating, which we all hope to avoid, namely getting dental implants.

A gap where a tooth should be can be embarrassing and unpleasant. Maybe the missing tooth is because of poor hygiene, negligence or simply bad luck. Or maybe it is because of an unfortunate accident. Whatever the reason, there is a solution. Dentists can do something to save us from the indignity of losing a tooth.

There are basically three types of prosthetic teeth, namely dental implants, bridges and dentures. Dentures have the disadvantage that they are not as long lasting and are can come out, which makes them less comfortable. Bridges are attached to the teeth on either side of them, but this has the disadvantage that in can damage the supporting teeth.

Another advantage of this procedure is that they feel just like your natural teeth. They also look exactly like all your other teeth. If you are healthy and maintain good oral health, then your dentist might consider this option for you. However, he will first have to be sure that your jaw has enough bone in which to anchor the implants.

A crown is the result of a dental implant. A titanium rod is used. It acts like a real root, anchoring the prosthetic tooth into the bone in either the upper or the lower jaw. Titanium is used because of the ease with which the bone in the jaw can grow around this artificial root.

This type of prosthetic tooth can last a very long time and looks no different from your real teeth. It also feels like a real tooth. Your dentist will send an imprint to the lab of your real tooth. They then make you a crown which is the same shape as your real tooth. The color is also chosen carefully to match the color of the surrounding teeth.

Getting a crown is not a quick procedure and you will need to visit your dentist a number of times. First he must take the measurements for your crown and get you ready for your new tooth. Then you have to wait while until it arrives from the laboratory. Only then can it be fitted. It is important that your dentist makes sure that it is a perfect fit to avoid later problems.

A procedure such as this one is obviously not cheap, and unfortunately many medical aid schemes do not pay for visits to the dentist. But the benefits are huge, so if you can afford it, it is worthwhile. You will have a crown that looks and feels like a real tooth. Remember that dental implants need the same careful looking after as real ones, so do not forget to floss and brush daily.

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