Only have 1 tooth to replace and think you have limited options?

The good news is that you are not alone and better news is that you have replacement options, including Straumann’s TeethToday® line of dental implants, which can condense the entire process (extraction, dental implant insertion, and crown connection) into just one visit.

Taking action to replace a tooth as soon as possible can help ensure you have a healthy, positive, long-term outcome.

When people are missing multiple teeth but have not yet progressed to needing a full arch solution, a multiple dental implant solution is often the best and most effective approach. This allows you to maintain some of your natural teeth and replace missing teeth with two dental implants and a bridge.

Unlike partial dentures in the past, this solution is not removable. When the dental implants are placed and restored, you will have a fixed solution that functions and looks just like your natural teeth.

Losing all of your lower or upper teeth can be a very scary situation. Unlike in past years, you are not limited to removable prosthetics like dentures and partials.

Believe it or not, this type of situation is not uncommon and finding the solution that is right for your can have a dramatic impact on your life in a variety of ways.

Through innovations and breakthrough technology with dental implants, custom bars, and prosthetics, a full arch of teeth can now be replaced with as few as four dental implants.

About Gum Treatment

Oral health is an important part of overall health and neglecting your teeth and gums can lead to bigger health problems over time. The good news is there are ways to prevent, and in some cases reverse, the damage that poor oral hygiene can cause. Brushing twice a day, flossing, and regularly seeing a dentist are all ways to maintain a healthy mouth.

But what happens when teeth and gums become unhealthy? If not treated, an unhealthy mouth can lead to gum recession or gum disease such as gingivitis, periodontitis. Cavities and advanced tooth decay are also likely due to hardened plaque and tartar. The longer you wait for treatment, the higher the likelihood you may experience gum recession, and tooth loosening or loss.

The good news is that treatment and prevention can improve and restore your oral health. And, if you have already experienced issues with your gums, a TeethToday procedure with Emdogain may be the solution to get you smiling again.

About Gum Disease

Gum disease, also referred to as periodontal disease, is an infection of the tissues that surround and support your teeth. It is a major cause of tooth loss and can occur when bacteria is not removed from under the gum line and then builds up over time. If the bacteria is not removed by typical at-home care such as brushing and flossing, it can begin to form plaque, a sticky and destructive substance that forms on our teeth. If left untreated, plaque turns into a harder substance called calculus, which can eat away at your gums and bone, causing loose, and ultimately lost teeth.

There are two levels of gum disease that can affect the gums: gingivitis and periodontitis. Gingivitis, characterized by red and irritated or bloody gums, is the milder form of gum disease. Without proper treatment it can lead to the more serious periodontitis, which is defined as inflammation and infection that destroys the tissues that support the teeth, including the gums, the periodontal ligaments, and the tooth sockets.

Both types of gum diseases are fairly common among adults in the United States and both generally can be reversed, or their symptoms lessened, with effective care consisting of professional cleaning at your dental office followed by daily brushing and flossing.

About Gum Recession

Gum recession happens when the surface of the gums that surrounds your teeth becomes unhealthy and begins to pull away from your teeth. Left untreated, it can expose more of your teeth than is welcome, and eventually expose the roots. When gums recede, they form gaps or “pockets” that make it easier for food and bacterial to build up, leading to gingivitis and periodontitis. In severe cases, the jaw bone and other facial structures can become damaged, which can ultimately lead to tooth loss.

Gum recession is a common problem and usually begins slowly. Although some degree of gum recession is quite common, especially as a patient ages, advanced situations allow the teeth to become more susceptible to decay and damage. With proper professional care and diligent at-home care, gum recession can be treated and in some cases, reversed.

About dental implants

The decision to replace missing teeth with dental implants is an excellent investment in your oral health and appearance. Better than older versions of crown and bridge solutions, today’s Straumann® dental implants and restorative solutions look, feel and function like natural teeth.

Today’s state-of-the-art restoration products and techniques cover all patient needs – whether one tooth needs to be replaced, or all of them. Unlike other tooth replacement options, dental implants are the most natural looking and feeling, and won’t slip or cause concern during talking, eating or laughing. They have been scientifically tested and used in the last three decades by qualified dentists and surgeons worldwide, and are now the standard of care for missing teeth.

No two people are exactly alike, and the same goes for solutions to dental issues that may require an dental implant. That’s why we provide recommendations based on your needs, and offer options that range from a single-tooth replacement to a complete set of new teeth. Your decision to choose a dental implant is an important one, and a decision for life. It’s also an option that can have a positive impact on both your health and wellbeing.

With decades of experience at the leading edge of dental and dental implant technology solutions, Straumann® is a trusted resource for dentists worldwide. To date, more than 14 million Straumann® dental implants have been successfully placed, with outstanding long-term results documented in more than 700 scientific publications. Now that’s something to smile about!