Dental Implant Restorations

DENTAL IMPLANTS

Dental implants are surgical-grade root devices that support permanent tooth prosthetics that are manufactured to last a lifetime.

These artificial roots are anchored in the bone beneath the gums where they become fused into the jaw. A crown is mounted atop the implant for a long-lasting and natural looking smile.

Many dentists and patients prefer dental implants because they offer the same function as natural teeth and also help prevent bone atrophy in the jaw. Dental implants may be used to replace a single missing or damaged tooth or to restore an entire smile.

You may qualify for dental implants if you have missing, broken or severely decayed teeth and are in relatively good overall health.

DENTAL BRIDGE

A bridge is comprised of crowns that are fused together and anchored in place – usually by surrounding abutment teeth.

Dr Rustim Moosa may recommend an implant supported bridge in lieu of individual implant crowns if there are multiple teeth missing in succession and there is concern that tooth grinding or clenching could put too much pressure on individual teeth.

When an implant supported bridge is used, individual implants are still used to replace each individual tooth; but the crowns are fused together for equitable distribution of bite pressure

Dentures

DENTURES

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Dentures are an artificial substitute for healthy natural teeth, but if you have been unfortunate to lose some or all of your teeth, then a partial or full denture will enable you to maintain your facial appearance and satisfactorily chew food.

Full Dentures

Complete dentures replace all of a patient’s teeth. They sit on top of the gums, as opposed to dental bridges that are anchored to existing teeth.

 

Partial Dentures

Partial dentures are used when a patient still has some of his or her natural teeth, such as when one or more teeth remain in the upper and lower jaw.

Immediate Dentures

Immediate dentures are typically placed on the same day that the teeth are removed /extracted. You have to be a good candidate for this type of denture, though.

 

Upper Dentures

Upper dentures are just that – dentures for the upper teeth. If you are missing teeth in the upper jaw, upper dentures may be the best solution for you.

Overdentures

An overdenture sits on top of the gums and is held in place with dental implants. It can be placed on the upper and/or the lower jaw, depending on the patient’s needs. The overdenture is also removable.

 

Snap-in Dentures

Snap-in dentures are the most effective choice when it comes to stability. They are held securely in place with the help of dental implants or anchors onto the existing teeth.

 

 

Implant Supported Dentures

A dental implant is used to securely support the denture. The denture provides a great amount of support for a solid foundation, which allows the denture to stay securely in place. The dental implant also looks natural and will last long, too.

Custom Dentures

Custom dentures are made of more expensive teeth, which results in a more natural-looking smile.  The denture is customized for your smile so it is natural looking and suits your needs.