Missing teeth can affect your smile and bite. If you are ready to replace one or more missing teeth, consider getting dental implants in Metairie, LA. At Dental Implants and Periodontics of Louisiana, Dr. Eric Hébert provides expert care to help fix your smile.
What Are Dental Implants?
A dental implant is a titanium post surgically placed into your jawbone to support a replacement tooth or teeth. Implants are durable and there is no need to worry about losing them.
Dental implants can be used to replace a single missing tooth or multiple teeth. It is common for dentists to recommend replacing one or more adjacent teeth that have been lost to dental disease or injury, as this will restore your jawbone and natural bite.
Implant surgery often requires two appointments—one to place the implant and another to restore it. During your first appointment, Dr. Hébert will provide you with anesthesia options for your comfort level during your dental implant procedure.
Are Dental Implants Safe?
Dental implants are safe. Implants are made of metal, so they are sturdier than artificial teeth. However, there is no increased risk for infection or nerve damage around dental implants. Implants can also last a lifetime with proper care and maintenance.
When you visit our office in Metairie, LA, for dental implants, Dr. Hébert will conduct a full examination and X-rays of your mouth and jaw. We will ensure that you are healthy enough for this type of oral surgery before doing any procedure.
During the procedure, you will receive mild sedation to keep you comfortable. Dr. Hébert will make a tiny incision in your gums to expose the place where the implant is placed. The surgery typically takes 20-30 minutes, depending on how many implants are needed and your jawbone's health.
Once the implants are in, we have to wait months for the bone to fuse with the implant. We will monitor your jaw during this time and after the procedure is complete. Once you get your permanent implants, we will give you guidelines to help you brush and floss around them properly. Continue to visit our office for regular appointments so we can do regular professional cleanings, examinations, and check for infection.
Dental implants in Metairie, LA, are a permanent option to replace missing teeth. Dr. Hébert can restore your smile at Dental Implants and Periodontics of Louisiana. Call us at (504) 885-2611 for an appointment today.