Dental Implants McKinney for a Missing Tooth or Teeth
                      Dental Implants McKinney for a Missing 
Tooth or Teeth
Introduction
Dental Implants McKinney for a Missing Tooth or 
Teeth is an article that highlights the benefits and 
risks of dental implants. This article provides 
readers with information on how to find the best 
dentist, proper care and hygiene, patient 
preparation, and recommendations for dental 
implants. The authors provide valuable insight 
into what dental implants are, how they function 
alongside natural teeth, and how they could 
potentially improve a person's quality of life.
Dental Implant
A dental implant is a permanent tooth root 
replacement that acts as an artificial root 
structure to allow teeth in place of a missing tooth 
or teeth to remain intact. The artificial support 
should last as long as natural teeth might usually 
last--for around five years--and sometimes longer
Reasons for dental implants:
Replace one or more missing teeth without affecting adjacent 
teeth.
Resolve joint pain or bite problems caused by teeth shifting into 
missing tooth space.
Restore a patient’s confident smile.
Restore chewing, speech, and digestion.
Restore or enhance facial tissues.
Support a bridge or denture, making it more secure and 
comfortable.
What does getting dental implants involve?
The process of getting implants requires a number of 
visits over several months.
X-rays and impressions (molds) are taken of the jaw and 
teeth to determine bone, gum tissue, and spacing 
available for an implant.  While the area is numb, the 
implant will be surgically placed into the bone and 
allowed to heal and integrate itself for up to six months.   
Depending on the type of implant, a second surgery may 
be required in order to place the “post” that will hold the 
artificial tooth in place.  With other implants the post and 
anchor are already attached and placed at the same 
time.
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After several weeks of healing the artificial teeth are made 
and fitted to the post portion of the anchor.  Because 
several fittings may be required, this step may take one to 
two months to complete.  After a healing period, the 
artificial teeth are securely attached to the implant, 
providing excellent stability and comfort to the patient.
You will receive care instructions when your treatment is 
completed.  Good oral hygiene and eating habits, alongside 
regular dental visits, will aid in the life of your new implant.
For more information about Orthodontist Mckinney TX Visit 
James Barnes,DDS
Contact Us
James Barnes, DDS 
Family & Cosmetic Dentistry 
5217 Virginia Parkway 
Mckinney, TX 75071 
Phone: (972) 529-9697 
[email protected] 
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