Do you find yourself avoiding being photographed? Do you deliberately smile with your lips closed? Are you nervous about others seeing your teeth?

If your missing, cracked, chipped, or damaged teeth are making you self-conscious and uncomfortable, its time to ask Dr. Raymond A. Della Porta in Vero Beach about dental implants.

What are dental implants?

Dental implants are a popular option for replacing missing or fractured teeth. Dental implants use a metal post to act as the root of an artificial tooth. Dental implants are a sturdy, permanent, and attractive solution to tooth loss.

What is the procedure for dental implants?

At our Vero Beach office, your dentist will begin by applying a local anesthetic to the area of your mouth where the implant will be placed. This will help keep you comfortable during the procedure. Next, the implant, a titanium piece that resembles a screw, will be secured into your jawbone. Over time, the bone will begin growing around the implant, keeping it tightly in place.

Following a healing period of 3 to 6 months, you will return to our office, where an artificial tooth that is tinted and shaped to match your natural teeth will be affixed to the dental implant. You may feel some soreness for a few days after this procedure, but simple accommodations such as eating soft foods and taking over-the-counter pain relievers can help with any discomfort.

What are the advantages of dental implants?

Dental implants are inconspicuous —so much so that no one will even be able to tell you have them! Additionally, because they are permanently affixed to your jaw, you can brush, floss, and eat as you would with your natural teeth. Finally, upkeep is simple: just make sure to schedule regular cleanings and exams at our Vero Beach office to keep your teeth and dental implants in top shape.

Need dental care? Give us a call

Call our Vero Beach office today at 772-567-1025 for a consultation on dental implants!