Your Muncy, PA, dentists at Lycoming Dental Associates provide dental implants for patients missing teeth. You don't have to live with that gap in your smile! If you have missing teeth, they can cause problems with chewing and speaking. When space is left open in the mouth other teeth in the area can shift and the jaw bone can become compromised, so it's best to have them replaced.

Dental implants

Dental implants are a great solution for missing teeth. Implants are made from a titanium post that is implanted in the jaw bone and a ceramic crown that sits on top to replace the tooth. Together they make a strong tooth replacement to restore function to the mouth and keep your smile beautiful.

Getting an implant

The first step in the process of getting a dental implant is minor surgery to place the implant post. After this surgery, the implant bonds to your jaw bone over a period of weeks in a process called osseointegration. This is what makes the implant a strong tooth replacement and will keep your jaw bone strong. During this healing period, you wear a temporary tooth cap and your custom crown is fabricated. At a final appointment, your permanent crown is placed and you leave the Muncy, PA, dentist's office with a new tooth!

Caring for an implant

When you have dental implants, it's important to keep up a great oral hygiene routine. Your dentist will recommend brushing for two minutes twice a day and flossing at least once a day. When you floss make sure you remove all debris from around the crown. If you grind your teeth at night, your dentist will recommend a nightguard to protect the new crown.

If you are missing a tooth, Lycoming Dental Associates can help with a dental implant. Contact your dentists in Muncy, PA, at (570) 546-8888 for an appointment.