A missing tooth does more damage over time than most people realize. The jawbone in that area depends on the pressure of a tooth root to stay thick and strong. Once that pressure stops, the bone begins to shrink. Neighboring teeth have nothing to stop them from leaning into that empty spot, which throws off your bite over time.
An implant goes right into the jawbone and mimics the function of a natural root. The bone gets the stimulation it needs to stay strong, and nearby teeth hold their position. With routine care, implants can last well for decades.
Getting started at Johnson Dentistry is a simple process. Your first visit is a consultation. We review your oral health and listen to your goals. From there, we build a treatment plan that lines up with your goals and respects what you have to spend. Patients who feel anxious in the dental chair can take advantage of our sedation to stay relaxed throughout the visit.
Here is a closer look at the implant solutions Johnson Dentistry provides:
- Implant Crowns: A single implant holds one custom crown that fills the gap and blends in with your surrounding teeth.
- Implant Bridge: Two or more missing teeth side by side can be replaced with a bridge held firmly by implants rather than trimming down healthy neighboring teeth.
- Implant-Retained Dentures: These dentures clip onto your implants and stay secure through meals, conversations, and everyday activity.
- Implant-Supported Dentures: A bar connected to your implants gives you the firmest hold possible and makes chewing feel much closer to natural.
Daily brushing and flossing go a long way, and so do routine visits to our office for cleanings and checkups. Stick to those basics and your implants have every chance of lasting for decades.
Call Johnson Dentistry at 979-279-8839 to get started with dental implants near Rockdale, TX. You can also request your consultation online.
