Keep Your Smile with Dental Implants
If you have a missing tooth, you might not think that it’s a big deal – especially if it’s a back tooth that doesn’t show when you smile. But here’s a staggering statistic: if a missing tooth isn’t replaced, up to 20% of adjacent teeth will be lost in the next 4-8 years. That means that a single missing tooth puts your smile’s appearance and health at risk. How can you stop this destructive cycle? With dental implants from Dr. Bryce at Aesthetic Dentistry by Design.
One of the truly amazing miracles of modern dentistry is the ability to replace teeth that thave been lost with dental implants. This second chance for teeth is literally changing the lives of people who were suffering with uncomfortable and inconvenient removable false teeth. In just a few months, they can throw away their false teeth and chew as they did when they had their natural teeth. Implants are not limited to people missing all of their teeth, but are available for those who have lost one, two, or several teeth. These teeth can be replaced without damaging or over-stressing the remaining teeth.
Simply put, a dental implant made of titanium requires that it be inserted into the bone once occupied by a tooth. After waiting a certain period of time, the bone and implant “bond” to each other (osseo-integration). Once this process occurs, steps are taken to restore the implant with a crown or denture-type procedure, dependent upon your individual needs. Once completed, you can maintain your implants through brushing, flossing, and regular dental cleanings—just as you would your natural teeth. Many patients say that their dental implants help them to feel strong, youthful, and healthy! Regardless of whether it’s tooth replacement or denture stabilization, your smile can be dramatically enhanced, and your confidence restored with this modern miracle.
DENTAL IMPLANT Q&A
What are dental implants?
Dental implants provide an innovative solution to restore incomplete smiles. By replacing both the tooth root (the part you don’t see) and the crown (the part you do see), dental implants mimic natural tooth structure. The result is an amazingly durable, long-lasting, and natural-looking smile.
Am I a candidate for dental implants?
Most people with missing teeth qualify for implant dentistry. Ideal candidate possess good oral health and satisfactory jawbone structure. Dr. Bryce uses advanced technology to assess candidacy and precisely plan implant placement.
Won’t I have to see a surgeon for implant placement?
No. Dr. Bryce has undergone advanced training to provide our patients with full-service implant dentistry at our Potomac Falls office. He place and restores dental implants, which means that he’ll perform each step of your smile’s transformation at our comfortable, well-equipped facility with a team that understands your unique needs and preferences.
I have dentures. Can I still get dental implants?
Yes! Many people suffer with ill-fitting dentures, especially the lower one. They slip at the most inconvenient times! Dr. Bryce strategically places dental implants in the lower jaw and fits existing or new dentures with a retaining fixture. This fixture pops on to the implants to stabilize a lower denture and give patients the security and confidence they’ve been missing. We also offer mini-dental implants (MDIs) – a one-step, non-invasive procedure to anchor a loose denture in a single appointment. Ask about MDIs at your consultation!
How long do implants last?
Take proper care of them, and they may last you a lifetime.
How do I get started?
A simple phone call to reserve your one-on-one implant dentistry consultation is all it takes! With dental implants, you could be on your way to the strong, lasting smile that you deserve. The great people of Potomac Falls, Sterling, Leesburg, Reston, Great Falls, and surrounding areas rely on Dr. Bryce for personalized, rewarding dental care. Call Aesthetic Dentistry by Design today to reserve your appointment with LVI dentist Dr. Bryce because you deserve nothing less than a life-changing smile.