10/08/2026
🦷 Missing a tooth? It can affect more than just your smile!
When a tooth is lost, the changes don’t necessarily stop with the empty space. Over time, neighboring teeth may begin to shift, chewing can become more difficult, and the jawbone in that area can gradually lose volume because it no longer has the stimulation provided by a tooth root.
That’s where dental implants can come in! 🦷✨
A dental implant is placed into the jawbone to act as an artificial tooth root. Once healed, it can support a replacement tooth and help:
✨ Restore chewing function
✨ Maintain the space between neighboring teeth
✨ Preserve bone in the area of the missing tooth
✨ Provide a natural-looking, long-term tooth replacement option
Every patient is different, so an evaluation—including imaging and an assessment of your bone—is important to determine whether an implant is right for you.
Missing a tooth or know you’ll need an extraction? Ask us about your replacement options! Sometimes planning for an implant can begin before the tooth is even removed. 🦷💗