Our natural teeth can last us a lifetime with proper care, but even if we are diligent there are often circumstances out of our control that can make this difficult. It can be difficult to lose a tooth, but it's not the end of our smile thanks to a variety of restorative treatments offered by our East Brunswick, NJ, dentist, including dental implants. Although the alternatives may still be the best option for many when considering every variable, dental implants come with inherent advantages in terms of how they look, how they function, and how long they can last. So to more thoroughly explore your options please contact Dr. Brian Kwiatkowski and Dr. Susie Megalla of Kendall Road Family Dentistry.

Beneath the Surface

Dental implants have as their aim to be a complete and permanent restoration for our missing teeth, to accomplish this they take a different approach than other treatments.

Just as our natural teeth are held at the root by bone and gum tissue a dental implant is similarly supported. In the first phase of treatment, a titanium post is implanted onto our jaw and through a process called osseointegration, the bone will heal around it for a strong and permanent bond. Because of the nature of this process, this phase can take a few months to complete.

Dental Implants in East Brunswick, NJ

After the implant has healed to finalize the treatment our dentist attaches an abutment onto it, and to this, a crown is bonded. The result is a tooth that will look just like the rest in our smile, that will not require special care beyond daily brushing and flossing, and of course regular visits with our dentist. It's with proper care that this restoration can last a lifetime.

If you are curious as to whether dental implants are the best treatment for you then begin by scheduling a consultation with Dr. Kwiatkowski and Dr. Megalla of Kendall Road Family Dentistry in East Brunswick, NJ, by dialing (732) 257-4400.