Tooth loss is more common than you might expect. Research shows that as many as 120 million people in the U.S are missing at least one adult tooth. This number is expected to rise during the next decade. There are many reasons why someone might lose a tooth, but decay, gum disease, and injury are three of the most common causes.
Losing even just one tooth can have a significant impact on your day-to-day life. Depending on the location of the gap, your missing tooth may impair your ability to bite or chew your food. It may even affect the way that you form sounds when you speak. Unsurprisingly, the more teeth that are missing, the greater the effect it will have on your ability to use them. The psychological impact of missing teeth can be substantial as well, with many people becoming self-conscious or even ashamed of how their teeth look with gaps in them.
Dental implants are a long-term, permanent solution for missing teeth. Not only can they replace extracted or fallen out single teeth, but the technique can also support more extensive restorations, including bridges and dentures.
Dental implants have several different elements. The most crucial, which is the implant itself, is a titanium post or screw. This part of the solution acts as an artificial root and is the unique element that sets implants apart from other tooth replacements. Each titanium post is inserted surgically into the jawbone at a pre-planned position. Single missing teeth require just one implant post to replace them, but you will need two or more if youre having an implant-supported bridge or denture. Again, their position is carefully planned using x-rays and CT scans of your jaw. Patients must have enough healthy bone in the jaw for implants to be successful. This is because once in place, the bone needs to regenerate around the post to cement it permanently in place.
The other key element of a dental implant is the porcelain crown. This is designed specifically for each patient based on their requirements and attaches to the post using a connector called an abutment. Creating a bespoke crown ensures that the restoration looks and feels like a natural tooth. If youre getting a bridge or denture, this will be custom designed and manufactured, then attached to the implant posts.
Since receiving dental implant posts is a surgical procedure, you will receive a local anesthetic beforehand. Once youre numb, we will drill a hole through the gum tissue and into the bone where the post will be placed. You will be given specific advice to follow regarding taking care of your mouth and implants while you heal.
Are you afraid to smile because of your missing teeth? We understand how embarrassing it can be, and people have gaps in their mouths for various reasons. Some of these may include being in an accident, failing dental work, gum disease, or tooth decay. Whatever the reason may be, missing teeth can affect your confidence and your overall health. Teeth Next Day at Jupiter Dentistry can eliminate dental diseases and transform your smile for the better.
This revolutionary treatment offers the benefits of dental implants. Unlike the traditional treatment for replacing teeth, you can achieve your brand-new smile the day after your implant surgery when you opt for Teeth Next Day. The best part is that this quick restorative solution can last a lifetime when you properly care for your implants.
Most dental implant centers only offer one option to replace your missing teeth, but not Jupiter Dentistry! Teeth Next Day has created multiple choices for same-day dental implants, catering to everyones wants and needs.
Giving our patients more options allows them to pick how their new teeth will look and feel. It can take months to achieve your new smile with traditional dental implants, which dont suit most patients needs. We take the time to thoroughly discuss your options at Jupiter Dentistry to ensure you make the right decision for restoring your smile.
We treat various dental health conditions and complications all in one office, thanks to our talented team of doctors and staff that endeavor to provide special care. Our advanced specialties include cosmetic and implant dentistry, complete dental restorations, general dentistry, and dental hygiene care. Every member of our team is dedicated to helping you achieve a healthy, gorgeous smile that makes you happy and fills you with the confidence of your youth.
Dr. Jay Ajmo has been practicing cosmetic, implant, and reconstructive dentistry in Palm Beach Gardens since 1987. His commitment to earning post-doctorate degrees and continuously updating his skills sets him apart from the rest. Dr. Ajmo is passionate about delivering the utmost level of care, and his talent has been rewarded with internationally recognized certifications in cosmetic dentistry, dental implant surgery, and reconstructive surgery.
Dr. Ajmo is certified in IV sedation, allowing him to treat patients with dental anxiety or who need major dental reconstruction. He is one of only 400 dentists in the United States to hold a Diplomate Certificate with the American Board of Oral Implantologists.
Dr. Ajmo is one of the very few highly trained dentists exceptionally skilled in surgically placing and restoring dental implants. His results have made him one of the most accomplished cosmetic and implant dentists in South Florida. His beautiful smile designs provide patients with stunning, natural-looking smiles. These services have helped him earn numerous awards in cosmetic dentistry, full-mouth reconstruction, and tooth replacement with dental implants.
Because of his training in implant surgery, cosmetic procedures, major dental restorations, and IV sedation, Dr. Ajmo can deliver a comprehensive, holistic treatment by combining various therapy modalities. This means he can provide full-mouth dentistry in fewer visits and with minimal stress, anxiety, and discomfort.