Dentistry is vital to your health. Getting regular checkups is important to staying on top of your teeth. Modern dentistry offers solutions to suit your needs, and that includes modern dental restoration.

We use the latest in dental technology to restore your teet. We fix chipped teeth, create fillings, and customize dental implants. Our implant dentists will begin with a comprehensive oral exam that includes dental x-rays. Throughout the exam, we’ll check your gums, your neck, and your jawline for anything that needs attention,

We can catch problems early during your exam. This includes cavities and tooth trauma. After the exam, we will help you come up with a customized treatment plan to determine what you need. We’ll help you decide if you need dental implants or porcelain veneers.

Dental Implants: The Basics

Dental restoration in Los Angeles uses state-of-the-art techniques to install new dental implants. These implants improve the strength and appearance of your teeth and your jawbone health. Modern dental restorations in Los Angeles include a variety of dental implant options that suit your needs and fit your budget.

Definition and Importance

Tooth trauma is one of the leading causes of missing teeth. Enamel that’s cracked or worn paves the way for tooth decay. If it advances, tooth decay can cause moderate to severe pain. Your tooth and the area around it may feel a sensitivity to hot or cold food and beverages.

If tooth decay worsens, you can develop an abscess. It’s a painful oral condition that includes an infected tooth and swollen gums. Other symptoms are facial swelling and fever. One cause of tooth decay is chronic periodontal disease, a condition where plaque collects around the gumline and leads to infection. Fortunately, there are options.

No tooth stands alone. Every tooth needs something to hold it firmly in place. For crowns and bridges, those roots are known as dental implants. Dental implants can help restore your teeth and improve their functionality. There are two subtypes:

  • Endosteal: The root, or implant, goes directly into the jawbone. This is used in cases where the jawbone is strong and healthy.
  • Subperiosteal: Used in cases where the jawbone is impacted by advanced tooth decay. The implant is installed above the jawbone to hold the artificial tooth in place.

Dental implants are important for several reasons. They replace old, worn teeth with new ones. During the procedure, we’ll install an abutment to hold your new tooth in place.

How Dental Implants Work

Dental implants work by holding crowns and bridges in p