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Aug
Dentist in Dolton, IL is educating patients on dental implants and their amazing benefits
If you have lost a tooth (or multiple teeth) there are several dental options available to replace what has been lost. Options could include dentures, implants, or a dental bridge. Each of these options have their pros and cons, but let’s look at why Dr. Dean Dietrich and his team at Pleasant Dental® in Dolton, IL view dental implants as a great choice for anybody seeking to replace a missing tooth or teeth.
What is a Dental Implant?
A dental implant consists of 3 main components. First is the implant itself, which is a tiny post (usually made of titanium) that is surgically imbedded into the jawbone. This implant serves as a mount to which an abutment is placed. An artificial tooth can then be secured to the abutment for a look that appears completely natural to anybody who sees it. At Pleasant Dental® , Dr. Dietrich refers this minor surgical work out to a trusted surgeon, so they can use their surgical expertise when placing the implant.
Benefits of a Dental Implant
Let us look at why so many dentists are preferring dental implants over other options for replacing missing teeth.
- Facial Appearance – When a tooth is lost, the jawbone can begin to deteriorate over time as there is no more stimulation where the tooth once existed. This can cause a change in your facial appearance, causing a sunken in look. A dental implant can preserve your natural face structure and save your jawbone.
- Jawbone Preservation – Your jawbone depends on tooth roots for blood flow and stimulation. Without this, your jawbone will eventually begin to diminish. A dental implant is a great replacement for a natural tooth root.
- Teeth Kept in Place – When gaps are created in your smile by missing teeth, the rest of your teeth will eventually begin to shift into this open space. A dental implant will eliminate this gap and prevent any teeth from shifting.
If you are interested in learning more about why a dental implant may be the best option available to replace any missing teeth you may have, please contact Dr. Dean Dietrich at Pleasant Dental® in Dolton, IL by calling (708) 576-1900.
Dean Dietrich, DMD
Dr. Dean Dietrich has been practicing dentistry since 1986, when he received his Doctor of Dental Medicine from Southern Illinois University's School of Dental Medicine. He had completed his undergraduate studies in business marketing and management at Michigan State University from 1978 to 1982.He opened Pleasant Dental in 2003 to provide excellent dental care and value for his patients. He is especially skilled and experienced with root canals, implants, and handling dental anxiety.
Dr. Dietrich is a member of the American Dental Association, Illinois State Dental Society, Chicago Dental Society, and the Indian Dental Association. He is licensed in Illinois, Indiana, and Michigan and has orthodontic certification from the Academy of GP Orthodontics. Multiple agencies have recognized him annually as one of America’s Top Dentists.
