A complete loss of teeth or a majority of teeth alters every aspect of eating, speaking and interacting with the world around you. It is a highly stressful situation, which can greatly impact your confidence and limit your dietary options to soft or mushy foods. A full arch dental implant in San Mateo provides a completely permanent solution to these issues. Modern dentistry has advanced significantly from the unusable false teeth your grandparents wore.

The primary disadvantage of traditional removable dentures is that they are positioned on top of the gums. As such, these dentures are held in position by either suction or sticky paste; thus, it is common for them to shift while talking or eating. Additionally, as these types of dentures are supported solely by the gum line, there is no stimulation provided to the underlying jaw bone. Over time, the jaw bone will gradually decrease in size due to a lack of use.

Advanced restorative methods do away with the need for messy adhesives altogether. Rather than having each missing tooth replaced with its own root, dentists can currently use four to six titanium anchor points to provide support for a full row of new teeth. The anchors will be implanted into the strongest part of your jaw, therefore providing an extremely stable base for a full arch bridge.

Even with a history of bone loss, by placing the anchoring points of the new teeth at angles, a dentist can frequently locate a large amount of dense bone. As such, the use of this innovative approach can usually prevent a patient from needing to undergo extensive bone grafting surgery which may be both expensive and uncomfortable. After the anchoring points are set in the jawbone, the new teeth are firmly attached to the anchoring points using screws; thereafter the new teeth will remain in position.

Most people are amazed at how quickly this can happen. In most cases, patients will be able to have their temporary set of fixed teeth placed on the implants immediately after the implant surgery. Most patients also go home the very next day. This means that you can come into our office with a badly damaged smile, and you can leave with a functional smile that will allow you to eat something light.

The process of having the bones of your jaw heal and grow around the titanium post can take anywhere from several weeks up to a year. During that time frame, you will need to consume foods that are easy on your teeth so that you do not shift the position of the post as it grows into the bone. When the bone has completed its growth and development phase, the dentist will replace your temporary teeth with custom made, extremely strong permanent teeth.

When someone has a full arch dental implant in San Mateo, they notice the benefits right away. Unlike traditional dentures that cover the top of the mouth, the new implants allow for better tasting foods. In addition to being able to enjoy eating apples and steaks, individuals can laugh with confidence that their teeth will stay securely in place.

After receiving your new smile, taking care of it couldn't be easier. Just as you do with natural teeth, simply brush them regularly, and with a water flosser, easily remove food debris from around the gums. Because the materials used in creating your new smile are made of high-tech ceramic, there is no potential for decay. Therefore, all you have to worry about is maintaining the health of your gums.

Conclusion

With today's technology, being completely without natural teeth does not mean that you have to use loose fitting and uncomfortable acrylic plates. Instead, by using several titanium posts to attach a full set of new, beautiful teeth, you will have a stable, long lasting smile that functions much like the original. In addition, the new smile will help protect your jaw bone, restore all of your ability to chew, and allow you to enjoy eating again. This procedure can be very beneficial in helping restore your self-esteem.