Do you have a cracked, broken, or missing tooth and want to know if a dental implant is a smart option? While an implant can help you chew and speak more naturally, it also helps you keep your beautiful smile. Carlyle Dental is here to answer all your questions about affordable dental implants in Kinston, NC.
A dental implant is a replacement for a tooth lost due to injury or illness. The visible part of the implant – the crown – looks just like your other teeth and functions just as well as them. You do not need to remove it to clean it like dentures, and it can last the rest of your life. You can have implants made for a single tooth or multiple teeth.
Is it painful to get an implant or artificial tooth?
There is some discomfort associated with the tooth extraction and installation of the implant base. Your surgeon may use a local anesthetic to control pain during the procedure and suggest over-the-counter options at home, like Tylenol or ibuprofen. This is sufficient for the majority of patients. Once it is healed, you should experience no pain.
What are the parts of an implant?
Most implants have three parts: the crown, the abutment, and the base. The base screws into your jaw and integrates with your bone. The abutment screws into the base and provides an accessible platform for the crown. Where the abutment and the base join will be hidden at your gumline after everything heals. The crown attaches to the abutment and looks just like a real tooth. In the unlikely event of a broken crown, only the crown will need to be replaced.
Make a Call for Your Initial Implant Consultation Today
The first step towards getting a new dental implant in the Kinston, NC area is seeing us at Carlyle Dental, and you can use our easy online calendar or give us a ring to schedule an appointment today.