Springfield MA – If you have a missing tooth or a situation where both tooth and root are damaged, then you might be a candidate for a dental implant, points out Springfield MA dental implants provider Dr. Vincent Mariano. Implants are artificial tooth roots that anchor replacement teeth directly within the bone, making them more stable and natural feeling than many other tooth replacement options.
Traditionally dental implants are surgically placed in two steps: an initial surgery to place the anchor in the jaw bone, and a second surgery to attach the post and replacement tooth to the anchor.” Not everyone is a candidate for dental implants, however,” notes Dr. Mariano, a Springfield MA porcelain veneers provider. “You must be in good physical condition, have healthy gums, and have enough bone in your jaw.” (more…)
