SINGLE TOOTH MISSING ( Additional information on Video Presentation )

Benefits of an all-ceramic crown on implant:
When both the tooth and root are damaged, the best permanent replacement is a dental implant in conjunction with a ceramic crown. This solution both looks and functions just like a natural tooth.

In this case, a so-called one-piece implant is used. This means that all components are installed as a single unit, resulting in immediately full functioning teeth, shorter treatment time and minimized pain.

Immediately functioning teeth
Excellent esthetic result
Life long, stable solution

Treatment:
This procedure normally includes various visits to our office. We do not rush treatments but rather work a step by step with you. You should expect to be able to work the day after having the implant installed.

COURSE OF TREATMENT

INSTALLING THE NEW TOOTH – STEP-BY-STEP ( Additional information on Video Presentation )

The course of treatment described here is one of several options available. We will present you with the to best solution, given your specific condition.


1: Before the procedure The dentist makes a first examination and takes one or more x-rays of the area to prepare for the procedure.	2: Installing the implant The implant is installed. At this time, a temporary tooth is provided that allows you eat and function like normal almost immediately. The implant will need a few months to integrate with the jawbone before the next step is taken.


3: Attaching the new crown The final step is the placement of the permanent ceramic tooth. The new tooth is installed for life. No additional treatment is needed.	4: End result You should expect the new tooth to fit and function just like a natural tooth. Do your usual dental hygiene to keep the tooth and gum around it clean and

ALTERNATIVES TO AN ALL-CERAMIC CROWN ON IMPLANT ( Additional info. on Video Presentation )

	Tooth-supported fixed bridge A traditional bridge involves grinding down adjacent teeth to support the bridge. It is a stable solution with and initial good esthetic and function that is fairly easy to install. However, this alternative has two main disadvantages: continuous bone resorbtion in the edentulous area, gum loss, and sacrificing healthy teeth on behalf of the bridge.
	Removable partial denture Removable partial dentures are not a permanent alternative to a lost tooth. It is unstable and loosely attached, which affects both function and comfort. A removable partial denture is made of plastic – a material that can't create the same esthetic result as a ceramic crown. The benefits are few. It is easily and quickly installed and relatively cheap. Consequences of this treatment are bone loss, adjacent teeth will begin to shift, and gums will begin to shrink.
	Resin-bonded bridge This alternative has some clear advantages: it is quickly installed, functions well and, since it is made of ceramic, it gives a high esthetic result. Moreover, natural healthy teeth aren't affected. But it is not very permanent. The resin-bonded bridge will eventually come off – probably after just a couple of years – and will then have to be reinstalled. Consequences of this treatment are bone loss, adjacent teeth will begin to shift, and gums will begin to shrink.