Advanced Tooth Replacement with Dental Implants

PARK RIDGE, Ill. - Dec. 5, 2013 - PRLog -- Do you have one or more missing teeth? If you do, you’re not alone. According to a study conducted by the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, 69% of adults between the ages of 35 and 44 have at least one missing tooth. By age 74, over 26% of adults are missing all of their teeth. To return smiles to full function and appearance, yourPark Ridge dentists (http://www.drloukas.com/index.html#.Up-SkqVjsVs), Dr. Maria Loukas and Dr. Thanasi Loukas, offer dental implants (http://www.drloukas.com/implants.html).

What are Dental Implants?

Dental implants are tooth replacements that are placed into the sockets of missing teeth. First, your Park Ridge dentists will perform a thorough diagnosis to ensure your jawbone tissue can support the implants. Next, the implant posts, made from biocompatible titanium, will be placed into the jawbone. The area will then need to heal, allowing the bone to bond with the post in a process known as osseointegration. Finally, a custom-made restoration will be placed in top of the implant post.

What are the Benefits of Dental Implants?

Dental bridges require the loss of tooth structure, since crowns are needed to anchor the artificial tooth into place. Implants can be place directly into the jaw, requiring no loss of tooth structure in adjacent teeth. While dental bridges and dentures may need adjustment or replacement every five to ten years, dental implants can provide decades of quality restoration. Finally, dental implants can be used to secure a full or partial set of dentures. Implant dentures are fixed, meaning you no longer have to worry about embarrassing slippage when you enjoy a meal or engage in conversation. Do you have any questions about our implant procedures? Then contact your Park Ridge dentists today.

About Dr. Maria and Dr. Thanasi Loukas:

Whether you wish to protect your smile from dental disease and damage, or restore your smile after suffering tooth loss, we can help you regain your oral health and confidence through a new and improved smile. Dr. Maria and Dr. Thanasi Loukas are highly-skilled restorative and cosmetic dentists serving the Park Ridge and surrounding Chicago communities. To schedule an appointment, call Loukas General Dentistry (https://www.facebook.com/Loukasgeneraldentistry?fref=ts) today at (847) 696-1919.