Are you missing one or more teeth? If so, consider PB Dental Emergencies, implant dentists in Pacific Beach, San Diego.

Options to replace missing teeth include dental bridges and dentures. But dentures can be uncomfortable and cumbersome.

Here’s why PB Dental Emergencies, implant dentists in San Diego say that implants are the best teeth replacement system today.

• Dental implants look, feel and function just like your natural teeth.
• Dental implants replace missing teeth without the discomfort or inconvenience of dentures.
• Dental implants are long lasting.
• Dental implants recreate a natural looking smile because it prevents bone loss that occurs when teeth are lost.
• Dental implants put less weight on other teeth.
• Implants are made of titanium, a strong, durable material. Titanium is harmless to your body and fuses with the bone. The implants are inserted by the implant dentist where the roots of the tooth used to be and function as teeth roots.
• Unlike bridges or dentures, dental implants replace the entire tooth, including the root. Dental implants serve as an anchor and are.

Dental implants can replace one or more missing teeth. You can even get more than one implant during one single dental visit.

Implants are the base for your new teeth. Crowns, bridges and even some dentures can be attached to implants. If you are missing all or most of your teeth, PB Dental Emergencies can attach permanent dentures to implant posts, also called implant denters.

There are several different types of implants. Your implant dentist will recommend the best type of implant  for your particular needs.

Implant dentists at PB Dental Emergencies in Pacific Beach, San Diego uses local anesthesia during the implant dentistry procedure to ensure that you feel no pain.  They may also prescribe pain pills to take after the tooth implant procedure. Most of our patients experience little or no pain from teeth implant surgery and can go to work the next day.

Getting dental implants requires several visits to the dentist office.

• First, the anchor gets placed in the jawbone.
• Often a waiting period of 3+ months is recommended before placing the prosthesis (e.g. crown) over the anchor.
• When the bone has attached to the anchor, your implant dentist will place the replacement tooth on top of the implant. He will match the color of the crowns or dentures to your other teeth to look natural.

Some dentists promote “teeth in a day” and provide temporarily crowns with implants. This is only safe with certain teeth and circumstances and you want to be sure not to jeopardize the stability of the implant. Another “Teeth-in-a-Day” concept involves getting a complete set of new teeth that are attached to dental implants on the same day you’er getting implants . Teeth in a day implant teeth are firmly secured on 4 or more dental implants and are permanent.

Dental implants are a great option to replace missing teeth. One concern many people have is cost.  Although they can be expensive initially, they are the most cost effective option long term. Dental implant teeth are permanent and last a lifetime. And we offer financing options to cover the costs of the implant procedure.

While dentures are less expensive than implant teeth, you must consider the discomfort of dentures and possible negative psychological impact. Dentures are often poorly fitting, uncomfortable, and sometimes painful.

Implants replace your original teeth and restore your ability to chew food, your confidence and your smile.

Not everyone can have implants. You must have a sturdy bone structure and be healthy. A bone graft may be needed if you don’t have enough bone where they need an implant.

If you have missing teeth and are interested in getting dental implants or other tooth replacement, or have questions about tooth replacement options, call now to schedule a consultation with a dental implant dentist in Pacific Beach, San Diego to discuss the best restorative treatment for you.

Call us at 858-699-2565