Cosmetic Dentist Las Vegas | Dr. Tony Tomaro

Dental Implants

A dental implant is a tooth replacement option that is directly inserted into your jawbone and does not need to be removed for cleaning like a dental bridge. A dental implant is a permanent tooth replacement that is formed and colored to match your natural teeth. The dental implant replaces your tooth root and a porcelain crown is screwed onto the implant to replace the tooth.

Dental implants create a stronger replacement tooth because the tooth and the tooth's root are replaced. They last a lifetime and are more durable than other tooth replacement options. This is a great option for one or several missing teeth and they can be placed in the upper or lower jaws to strengthen your smile.

Dental Implant Benefits

Dental implants replace missing teeth or teeth that are decaying or cracked and cannot be restored. As with many cosmetic dentistry procedures, dental implants have many benefits.

• Dental implants look, feel, and act like natural teeth
• The care for them is the same as your natural teeth
• They prevent your jawbone and gum line from shrinking or collapsing due to the space of missing teeth
• Dental implants are permanent and do not need to be replaced
• They can be replaced if damage occurs
• There is no need to take them out as with dentures
• They don't shift or slip with eating or speaking
• They prevent bone loss and keep the youthful shape of your bone tissue
• They are not noticeable and they blend with your natural teeth
• Dental implants may last a lifetime.

The Dental Implant Procedure

The porcelain crown that acts as the tooth replacement will be color matched to look like your natural teeth by Las Vegas Cosmetic Dentist Dr. Tomaro. The replacement tooth will look, feel, and function like your natural teeth and be similar in shape and color.

Questions About Dental Implants

What is a dental implant?
A dental Implant is a small titanium screw that is placed in the upper or lower jaw to act as the tooth's root for a replacement tooth. The properties in the titanium allow the screw to fuse with the natural bone of the jaw creating a strong anchor for the replacement tooth. An oral surgeon will place the dental implant in the jaw and the implant will need a few weeks for healing time before the replacement tooth may be attached.

Why have a dental implant?
If you are missing one or more teeth and do not want the hassle of a dental bridge, a dental implant is the perfect solution. Dental implants are a permanent tooth replacement option. They never need to be removed and they last a lifetime. You can speak and eat just as you would with a natural tooth. Dental implants are durable and function as a normal tooth functions.

How does a dental implant work for tooth replacement?
The dental implant is placed in the jaw where the original tooth was. An abutment is attached to the screw of the implant and is where the replacement tooth attaches to the implant. The replacement tooth is a dental crown usually made of strong dental porcelain. The dental crown is crafted to look like your natural tooth in shape, texture, and color. The dental implant is the replacement for the tooth's root and the dental crown is the replacement for the tooth. Together, the dental implant and crown look, act, and function as a natural tooth. They are unnoticeable as dental work and blend naturally with your other teeth.

What are the advantages of dental implants?
There are many advantages to dental implants. They are a better option in most cases than dental bridges and dentures. Some of the advantages of dental implants are:

• They prevent bone loss by replacing the tooth's root
• They keep the bone tissue in its original, youthful shape and prevent the space from shrinking
• Modifications to adjoining teeth are not required as with dental bridges and dentures
• Dental implants can last a lifetime
• Shifting and moving of the teeth are avoided because the tooth's root is replaced
• They are not visible and require little maintenance
• They improve the appearance of your smile by acting and looking like natural teeth
• They preserve your natural teeth by preventing bone and tooth loss
• Dental implants are a permanent tooth replacement option

Dr. Tomaro will refer you to an experienced oral surgeon who will place the dental implant in your jawbone. An abutment will be attached to the implant. The abutment is made of ceramic to add to the natural aesthetic of the replacement tooth. This abutment holds the porcelain crown in place. Once you completely heal after the implant and abutment surgery, Dr. Tomaro will place the porcelain crown.

If you are interested in having dental implants to improve the appearance and health of your smile, please contact our experienced Las Vegas Cosmetic Dentist Dr. Tomaro to schedule a consultation.