Tooth loss can occur at any age due to trauma, decay or disease. Whether you have lost one or several teeth, an excellent option to regain the ability to eat, speak and smile with ease is dental implants.

What makes implants such a popular choice? When tooth loss occurs, there is more going on than just what you can see. The need to fill in the space to keep remaining teeth from drifting is essential. But just as important is the need to keep the bone tissue strong. If bone in the gums is allowed to deteriorate, this can change your appearance and interfere with the ability to chew.

A dental implant is a small screw like device made from titanium that is surgically placed in gum tissue where a tooth has been lost. As the implant heals it is encouraging bone to regenerate and strengthen.  The implant will act like the root of your tooth giving strength and stability to the final restoration.

A denture is made to basically sit on top of the gum, and does nothing to keep bone tissue strong. Although a denture can provide aesthetic improvement, the ability to eat certain foods or smile and speak with confidence is never a certainty.

A dental implant becomes a permanent part of your dental anatomy. It acts much the same way as your natural tooth in that it is not removable and looks so natural only your implant dentist will know that it is a dental implant.

There are different types of dentures, and caring for a denture varies depending on the type the wearer has chosen. Commonly referred to as “false teeth” a denture is completed in less time, but can require relining and multiple adjustments.

Caring for your dental implant is as easy as caring for the rest of your teeth. Daily flossing, brushing at least twice per day and seeing your dental provider for a professional cleaning and exam twice per year should keep you and your dental implant healthy for a lifetime of smiles.

For more information about the benefits of choosing dental implants in the Vancouver area, contact our team at Smiles Unlimited Dental Centre today.

Dental implants are small devices that resemble a screw. A single implant is surgically placed in the gum tissue where a permanent tooth has been lost. The implant is covered with a temporary restoration that will protect it during the healing process.

During the healing process, which is generally four to six months, the implant is fusing to the jawbone. This will allow the implant to function much like the root of your natural tooth, giving your final restoration stability.

A successful dental implant procedure will rely on several factors. Overall good health, as well as healthy gums, is important. Preventing infection in the implant area requires daily flossing and brushing at least twice per day as infection is a leading cause of implant failure. Smoking and tobacco use are strongly discouraged as well.

After the implant has healed and is sufficiently fused to the jaw bone, a final restoration is placed over the implant. This restoration is made to match the shape and shade of the surrounding teeth, making your new implant virtually undetectable. Your implant will allow you to resume a normal diet that might have been altered due to tooth loss.

Your ability to speak naturally will be restored as well, but most importantly your self-confidence will soar once you are able to smile again without worrying about hiding your tooth loss.

The implant and covering are now a permanent part of your dental anatomy. It will be important to make sure to see your dental provider for a professional cleaning and exam twice per year. Your dentist can also monitor your implant to assure that it is functioning properly and the surrounding gum tissue is healthy.

Dental implant technology has improved as research continues, but since implant technology is basically in its dental infancy, it is idealistic to say that dental implants are assured to last a lifetime. There are many factors that can contribute to the success of your dental implant, but following our implant dentist’s advice will lead to the best possible outcome for you and your dental implant. Call the office of Dr. Bernard Jin, serving Surrey and the surrounding areas, at 604-939-6111 to schedule a consultation.

Patients who have suffered from tooth loss can regain functionality, allowing them to eat and speak with ease and the self-confidence to smile thanks to dental implant technology.

A dental implant is a small screw like device constructed from titanium that is surgically placed in the gum tissue where a tooth has been lost. Quite by accident back in the 1950’s, a Swedish scientist that was working with titanium had placed a piece of this costly metal in the live tissue of a rabbit with the intention of researching its use for bone healing.

When Scientist Branemark attempted to remove the titanium, he discovered that the titanium had fused to the rabbit’s bone. He coined this process “osseointegration” which is now the accepted term used to describe the process of the titanium fusing to bone.

Thanks to this accidental discovery and the ensuing research, the scientist determined that implementing dental implants within the mouth was going to be much easier than any other part of the body to monitor and heal.

Losing one or more of your permanent teeth to trauma, infection, or disease can be mortifying and life changing. Adjustments to eating, speaking, and smiling after tooth loss, can have a large impact on your day-to-day life.

However, a consultation with your implant dentist to discuss how dental implants can help you reclaim your life will reveal that dental implants are the closest thing to having your own teeth back.

The dental implant will be placed in the gum tissue and covered with a temporary restoration for the duration of the healing period, usually four to six months. Once healed and osseointegration has been successfully achieved, a final cosmetic restoration will be permanently placed over the implant.

The implant and restoration are now a permanent part of your dental anatomy that must be cared for just like your own teeth. Daily flossing and brushing twice per day are crucial habits to adopt. Seeing our dental provider at Smiles Unlimited Dental Centre, serving Langley, for a professional cleaning and exam twice per year will help keep your new smile healthy for many years to come.

Outside of the clinical setting, what are patients saying about dental implants? How have dental implants impacted their lives once they leave the dental office? If asked, these patients would say that dental implants are the only reasonable substitute for their natural teeth.

Patients who had struggled for years with ill-fitting dentures may have the most compelling reasons to celebrate dental implants. Imagine living with a set of false teeth that must be glued to your gums with denture paste or adhesives. Over time, even the strongest adhesive fails to stabilize dentures when the underlying bone is shrinking due to bone loss. Chewing and speaking become an embarrassing challenge. For many patients, this inconvenience and discomfort quickly becomes intolerable.

Patients who have turned to dental implants are finding that the denture can immediately and permanently be stabilized. Denture adhesives and glues are no longer a necessity, as the denture is firmly anchored to the underlying jaw bone. The fusion between the dental implant and the jaw bone prevents bone loss, preserving a firm and stable foundation for your denture.

Clinically, your implant dentist appreciates the fact that you will never need to use denture adhesives again. It’s proof that your denture is well-made and functioning properly. As a patient, you may appreciate it for a different reason. Realizing that you will no longer have to glue your teeth to your gums is a liberating feeling. Your dental implants will allow you to relax and feel comfortable with your smile without the fear of embarrassment or insecurity.

Free yourself from denture adhesives for life. Contact the office of Dr. Bernard Jin, serving the Surrey BC area, and learn about the advantages of dental implants. Call 604-939-6111 to schedule your consultation.

Due to the similarities between dental implants and natural teeth, it is important to be aware of some of the conditions that could compromise the success of your real or artificial teeth. Gum disease, also referred to as periodontal disease, can lead to the destruction of the gums and bone that support your teeth.

At advanced stages, gum disease is an infection that can lead to tooth loss. A natural tooth is anchored to the jaw bone by the tooth root. As bone loss occurs around the tooth root, the tooth loses support and eventually becomes unstable and must be removed. In the same way, dental implants are fused to the jaw bone and rely on healthy, dense bone structure for support. When infected with gum disease, the fusion between the bone and the implant begins to fail, and the implant must also be removed.

There are a number of factors that can cause gum disease, many of which can be identified or prevented. If you suspect that you may be at risk for gum disease, discuss your concerns with your implant dentist during your consultation.

There is one dental disease that does not affect the health of your dental implant. A cavity, or tooth decay, destroys the enamel and underlying layers of the teeth. Dental implants are made of strong, medical grade materials such as titanium, porcelain, and noble metals. These materials are not susceptible to the bacteria that cause cavities.

To protect your dental implants just as you would protect your natural teeth, you must be committed to practicing thorough oral hygiene and maintaining good overall health. Habits that are necessary for avoiding gum disease and cavities can only extend the life of your implants.

Contact Smiles Unlimited Dental Centre, serving Burnaby and the surrounding areas, and schedule an appointment with Dr. Bernard Jin to learn more.

If you can answer “yes” to any or all of these questions, there is a strong possibility that All-on-Four implants could be right for you. A comprehensive evaluation and discussion with an experienced implant dentist is necessary for the most accurate recommendation.

The All-on-Four concept is a revolutionary method of combining the best aspects of traditional dentures and traditional dental implants.

Although traditional dentures have earned a reputation for slipping out of place and generally fitting poorly, there are also a few undeniable advantages. Dentures are an efficient solution for complete tooth loss and they can typically be made in one day.

Dental implants also have their fair share of advantages and disadvantages. Implants are more similar to the natural teeth than any other tooth replacement solution. They are also the most stable and most comfortable alternative. Unfortunately, traditional dental implants are not recommended where there has been significant bone loss. Implants are fantastic for replacing a single tooth or a few teeth, but can become complicated and costly when all of the teeth are missing.

Our Vancouver implant dentist can utilize as few as four strategically placed dental implants to stabilize an upper or lower denture. The proper technique enables your dentist to place the implants in areas even where advanced bone loss has occurred. Your denture can be permanently affixed to the implants, eliminating any risk of slipping or sliding out of place. You will enjoy immediate comfort during chewing and speaking.

If All-on-Four implants are right for you, you may begin enjoying your new teeth in as little as a single day. Call the office of Dr. Bernard Jin at 604-939-6111 for a consultation to discuss the journey towards your new smile.

Your teeth are designed to bite, tear, and chew food, which ultimately begins the first step in the digestive process. The teeth are all dependent on one another for support and positioning. The tooth roots are tasked with maintaining the volume and density of the jaw bone.

Missing teeth can also have a tremendous effect on your emotional health. Smiling and laughing can become troublesome and uncomfortable. In fact, tooth loss can be discouraging and depressing even for the bravest patients.

Essentially, your teeth play a fundamental role in your digestion, your bone structure, the appearance of your smile, and even your attitude. When you consider their enormous responsibilities, aren’t they well worth the investment required to replace them? And wouldn’t you choose the replacement that is most similar to your natural tooth?

Your implant dentist can place dental implants at the location of your missing tooth and restore it to blend naturally into your smile. Dental implants consist of an artificial tooth root and an artificial tooth crown. Once in place, dental implants can perform all of the functions of your natural tooth. Biting and chewing foods are effortless and comfortable. Bone loss is stopped and the neighboring teeth are prevented from drifting. Your smile remains uninterrupted and your confidence remains intact.

As the choice tooth replacement, dental implants are designed to last longer than any other restoration. The documented success rate is more than 98% after five years. The many advantages of dental implants, combined with their long lifespan and high success rate, help to justify them as valuable investments for your health.

Scheduling an appointment with our implant dentist is the best way to determine if dental implants are recommended for you. Why not call Smiles Unlimited Dental Centre serving Surrey and the surrounding areas today?

In light of the disadvantages associated with missing teeth, it is fortunate that patients can elect to replace these teeth with dental implants in Burnaby.

Sometimes a missing tooth is due to a traumatic injury, extensive tooth decay, or periodontal disease with bone loss. In just as many cases, the missing tooth is the result of a congenital condition. This condition, in which a person may be born without one or more permanent teeth, is a fairly common occurrence. For various reasons, roughly 6% of the American population can be found to be missing either the second premolars or the upper laterals.

For replacing congenitally missing teeth, dental implants are often the best choice. The option of a removable partial or denture is typically too bulky and excessive for replacing only one or two teeth. A dental bridge would require the filing down of the healthy teeth on either side of the congenitally missing tooth. Only a dental implant can replace the missing tooth without clipping, hooking, or otherwise compromising the neighboring teeth.

The implant, similarly shaped and sized to a natural tooth, is designed to behave as such. Once it has properly healed, it will be anchored to the jaw bone. the implant is secure enough to allow patients to sustain a normal diet. The tooth stands alone with proper bone support, and can be brushed and flossed like a normal tooth.

Your implant dentist will need to evaluate several factors such as your overall health and the amount of available bone at the site of the proposed implant to determine if the procedure is right for you. To begin your exploration into dental implants for the replacement of congenitally missing teeth, call the office of Dr. Bernard Jin for your appointment today.

Patients who have receding gums can still choose dental implants in Vancouver to replace their missing teeth. It is true that, a critical factor to the success of your dental implant is the ability of the implant to be properly supported by the jaw bone and the gum tissue. When the gums have receded, there can be a significant loss of support.

In conjunction with your dental implant procedure, your implant dentist may recommend a grafting procedure. Grafting is the addition of supplemental bone or gum tissue near and around the dental implant. In some cases, the graft is performed several months in advance, in preparation for the dental implant. In other cases, the graft is performed at the time that the implant is placed.

The gum and bone tissue used for grafting can be generated by the implant patient, cultivated from a cadaver, or selected from an assortment of synthetic materials. Your dentist will need to select the type of graft that will be best for your particular needs, and discuss the recommendation with you.

After your dental implant is in place, protecting the implant, gums, and bone will be a high priority. It is imperative that both the patient and the implant dentist identify the cause of the receding gums in order to prevent future damage. Periodontal disease, inconsistent dental care, clenching or grinding, and aggressive brushing have all been linked to receding gums.

You should remember that your implant dentist is multi-talented. As a problem-solver, artist, and scientist your dentist can improve the prognosis for your dental implant with the use of various procedures and therapies.

To find out how your implant dentist can reverse the effects of receding gums, call Smiles Unlimited Dental Centre at 604-939-6111 and schedule your consultation today.

Above the gumline, implants can instantly improve your smile and rebuild your confidence. Your chewing efficiency is increased, and the neighboring teeth are properly supported.  Although these are important attributes, dental implants extend far below the gumline to perform other unique tasks. 

Bone atrophy, or bone loss, can be halted or significantly decreased by the presence of dental implants. Mimicking the relationship of a natural tooth root to the jaw bone, dental implants are fused directly to the bone. The implant post is specially prepared to promote a secure bond between the implant and the bone, permanently holding the bone in place.

Without this integration, the bone will naturally begin to resorb or atrophy at the location of the missing tooth. The ability to stop jawbone atrophy is a characteristic that is unique only to the dental implant. Other tooth replacement options, such as the bridge or the denture, are designed to hover above the gumline. These options do not anchor the teeth to the bone, and often begin to look and feel different as the underlying bone is lost.

Jawbone atrophy, in the advanced stages, often has a negative impact on your facial appearance. Patients may begin to notice sunken cheeks and unsupported lips, details that can unfairly add years to your face. On the other hand, the fullness of a complete smile, relying on the underlying jaw bone as a foundation, can instantly create a younger and more youthful appearance.

Learning about the many advantages of dental implants can make the decision to replace missing teeth easier. Understanding the functional and esthetic benefits makes the decision even more exciting. Talk to Dr. Bernard Jin at Smiles Unlimited Dental Centre to find out if dental implants are right for you.