If you’ve lost one or more of your natural teeth, dental implants in Philadelphia from Dr. Molly Rosen are the best way to permanently restore your smile. Along with her years of hands-on experience, Dr. Rosen has completed extensive postgraduate training in implant planning, surgery, restoration, and management. Whether you need a single-tooth implant, an implant bridge, or full-mouth restoration with implant-supported dentures, you can trust Dr. Rosen and our team to deliver the very best results.
Dental implants are small, screw-shaped pieces of titanium. They are designed to function as artificial tooth roots. Each implant is surgically placed into the area where you’ve lost a tooth. Over time, the titanium implant bonds with your bone as it heals, which permanently locks it into place.
OThen, once the implant heals, it can be used to support an artificial tooth or multiple teeth. One implant can be used with a crown to replace one missing tooth, or multiple implants can be used to support a dental bridge or even a full set of implant-supported dentures.
Compared to alternative treatments like dental bridges and dentures, dental implants have lots of unique benefits. First, they are extremely stable. Because they permanently integrate with your own bone, dental implants will never shift or move when you eat, chew, or speak.
Dental implants also look very realistic. Once you get implants, your new teeth will be made from porcelain ceramic materials. Dr. Rosen has years of experience with restorative dentistry and works closely with a local master ceramist to create natural, lifelike, and beautiful dental implant restorations including crowns, bridges, and implant-supported dentures.
Dental implants can easily last 30 years if you take good care of your teeth. This means they can last much longer than dental bridges or partial dentures. Particularly for patients with certain oral conditions, like those predisposed to severe cavities, they can be a great alternative as implants cannot get cavities. While they may be a big investment, the long lifespan of dental implants means that they're worth every penny.
Speaking of care, dental implants do not require much special care. Single-tooth implants, for example, can be treated just like natural teeth. Brush twice a day, floss once per day, and make sure you see Dr. Rosen for a checkup every six months. That’s all there is to it!
Unlike bridges and dentures, dental implants are anchored directly into your natural jawbone. This means you’ll stimulate your jawbone when you bite and chew, preventing it from weakening after tooth loss. This prevents changes in your facial structure and appearance and keeps your jawbone healthy, too.
First, you’ll need to visit Dr. Molly Rosen for an implant consultation. We offer free dental implant consultations in Philadelphia. During your visit, Dr. Rosen will examine your mouth, take X-rays, discuss your oral health challenges and goals with you, and help you decide if an implant is right for you. Once you’re approved, she will begin planning your treatment right away.
At your next visit, Dr. Rosen will begin by cleaning and numbing the treatment area. Next, she will create an opening in gum and jaw tissue where your missing tooth used to be. Dr. Rosen will place a dental implant in this area, then clean, sanitize, and stitch the site. This process will be repeated if you’re getting multiple implants.
Once you’re done with your implant surgery, Dr. Rosen will send you home with instructions on how to heal and recover from your procedure. You can usually get back to your routine within a day or two. It takes 2-3 weeks to heal from the initial surgery, but it will take 3-6 months for the implant to fully bond with your jaw bone.
As you heal and recover from implant surgery, you will come in for visits with Dr. Rosen so that she can check your progress. At this time, she’ll also begin working with our partner dental lab to create your implant restoration, such as a dental crown for a single-tooth implant.
The abutment is what connects your dental implant to your new tooth. If you did not get an abutment during your initial surgery, you will come in for a quick visit once your mouth is healed to get one. This is a quick procedure that only takes about one hour.
Once your mouth has fully healed and your crown is finished, you’ll come back to the office of Molly Rosen, DMD for one final visit. Dr. Rosen will double-check your crown to make sure it fits properly, then attach it to your implant permanently. Then, you’ll be sent home to enjoy your newly restored smile!
Not sure if you’re a good candidate for dental implants in Philadelphia? Dr. Molly Rosen is here to help. During your visit, she can assess your oral health, determine if you’re a good candidate for implants, and answer any questions you may have about the procedure.
So don’t wait, and don’t let tooth loss negatively affect your self-esteem, your lifestyle, and your oral health any longer. Give us a call at (215) 402-6502 or book a visit at Molly Rosen, DMD online to get started with your 100% free implant consultation in Philadelphia.
