Discover the array of unique offerings that this tooth replacement can give your smile.

Tooth loss. It can be a frustrating situation but one that can easily be remedied thanks to a myriad of tooth replacement options that our Kailua Kona, HI, restorative dentist, Dr. Garrett Oka, has to offer. Whether you have dentures but you aren’t fully satisfied or you just lost a tooth and want to get a long-term replacement then you’ve come to the right place. Dental implants may give you exactly what you’ve been looking for.

Just Like Real Teeth

No other tooth replacement can boast this same benefit quite like implants can. After all, implants don’t just look like real teeth but they also function just like them. This small metal post is surgically placed into the jawbone where over several months the bone and implant fuse together to become one. An implant serves to replace your missing tooth’s roots, which are vitally important for your overall oral health. Even though you can’t get your real tooth back, we believe you should have the next best thing.

A Lifelong Restoration

Most tooth replacement options have a shelf life. While we wish that every restoration could last forever, it’s simply not the case; however, dental implants are durable enough to last several decades. This is because the implant is made from reliable titanium and it becomes a permanent part of the jawbone. This is the only restoration that does this, so with the proper oral care in place you could just end up having your implant for the rest of your life.

Prevent Bone Loss

If you’ve lost a tooth there is an empty space in which the jawbone isn’t getting the stimulation it needs. If you don’t get a proper tooth replacement within the first year of tooth loss this can greatly impact the density of the jawbone. Over time, bone loss will become more and more significant, affecting the overall structure of your face and leading to premature sagging and wrinkles. The only way to prevent this is to place a dental implant, which will provide the jawbone with the stimulation it requires to prevent deterioration.

Feel Confident Again

This is one of the most important benefits of getting any dental restoration. Our goal as your Kailua Kona general dentist is to make sure that you get the tooth replacement that makes you feel confident in your smile again. We know how important a healthy, beautiful smile is not just to your appearance but also your self-esteem. Imagine feeling confident going out to dinner with friends or on a date and being able to enjoy all of your favorite foods without worrying?

Do you have questions about getting dental implants in Kailua Kona, HI? Are you ready to find out whether your smile could benefit from these amazing restorations? If so, call Sweet Tooth Dental and let us know that you want to sit down and discuss getting implants with us.

Dentures have been the go to tooth replacement option for over 2000 years (about as long as humans have been practicing dentistry), and for good reason. Our ancient ancestors understood that in addition to the social effects, tooth loss also played an important role in our oral and general health. Dentures have kept pace with advancements in dentistry, medicine and technology throughout modernity, but there is always room for improvement.

Dental implants, which can be used to secure crowns, bridges or a set of dentures, have revolutionized the way dentists replace missing teeth. Dr. Garrett Oka, your dentist at Sweet Tooth Dental in Kailua Kona, HI, recommends implant dentures for eligible patients for a secure and permanent dental restoration.

A New Smile and Better Oral Health with Implant Dentures in Kailua Kona

Implants are designed to replicate the structure of a natural tooth, going a step further than dentures and dental crowns, by replacing the root of the tooth above the gum line. In addition to securing the dentures firmly in place to prevent slipping and stretching, implants help to preserve healthy bone tissue in the gums. Why is this important? When a tooth falls out or is extracted, the bone tissue around the root begins to erode.

Over time, bone loss can lead to a number of oral and general health problems like infections, gum disease and inflammation. It is also one of the primary causes of gum "shrinkage," which affects how well dentures feel and fit over time. Once an implant is in place, it fuses with the surrounding bone tissue, which anchors it in place and helps to spur the growth of new bone, and prevent bone loss in the future.

Just a few implants can hold a set of dentures in place, giving new life to the cosmetic appearance of your smile and oral health, whether you are missing just a few or all of your teeth. Implants are generally a good option for adults in good health, with sufficient bone density in the gums.

Find a Dentist in Kailua Kona, HI

There have never been more options for replacing missing teeth and living with a beautiful, healthy smile. For more information on implant dentures, and to find the tooth replacement option that is best for you, contact Sweet Tooth Dental by calling (808) 329-0889 to schedule an appointment with Dr. Oka today.