A lost tooth, whether it was knocked out, extracted, or lost for some other reason, can cause many problems. Fortunately, there are ways to restore your smile. Your dentist in Jacksonville, NC, can help. At A Beautiful Smile, The Office of Dr. Gina Mancini, we offer implant restoration to make your smile whole again. Here’s what you need to know.

What Is An Implant?

An implant is an artificial tooth that’s surgically inserted into the mouth. Implants are made up of three parts: the screw, the abutment, and the crown.

When fully installed, implants look like real teeth and function like them. Implant installation is done over several visits with the dentist, and your jaw is given time to heal in between.

Who Needs Implant Restoration?

You can benefit from implant restoration if you are missing a tooth and have not filled the gap with another type of artificial tooth. To get an implant, you’ll need a healthy jaw bone with sufficient volume and density to hold onto the implant screw. Your dentist will need to assess your jaw health before performing installation and may need to perform a bone graft before starting implant surgery.

Is Implant Restoration Effective?

Implant installation is an effective way to replace a tooth that has been knocked out or lost for some other reason. Most implant restoration procedures are successful.

How Can I Get Implant Restoration?

If you want to restore your smile with an implant, start by making an appointment with your dentist at A Beautiful Smile, The Office of Dr. Gina Mancini. We provide implant restoration services in Jacksonville, NC. Call today to make your next appointment.