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Nobody wants to lose their natural teeth — after all, once they are gone, they go for good. Unfortunately, this isn’t an option for some people. Some patients can be faced with oral challenges that lead to a diseased tooth, making extraction the only viable option. For others, they encounter trauma like auto accidents and blows, leaving them with gaps.
Have you lost your teeth? Luckily, you don’t have to live with a gap for the rest of your life. Dental implants from Greg G. Pitts DDS, located in American Fork, Urah, can fix your “gappy” smile for a lifetime!
Considering dental implants? It all starts with a dental exam to determine if you have a healthy jawbone to support implants. Your dentist may use X-ray or 3-D images to study your jawbone. If you have insufficient bone, all is not lost — bone grafting can help you regain bone mass to anchor implants.
When Dr. Greg Pitts determines you are ideal for implants, he will surgically insert a titanium post in your jawbone. Since this implant post is made of biocompatible material, it will infuse with the jawbone after a few months to provide anchorage to a tooth prosthetic.
When the jawbone is healed, and the implant post is firmly in place, an abutment will be added to provide tooth length and support prosthetics. Finally, depending on the number of teeth being replaced, you will need a crown, bridge, or implant-supported dentures.
Pioneered about 50 years ago, dental implants are quickly becoming the go-to procedure for missing teeth as an alternative to dentures and bridges. While only about 6% of Americans have implants today, it’s projected that the figure will grow up to 26% by 2026!
Dental implants are a worthwhile investment and offer numerous benefits, including:
Besides, dental implants can last for a lifetime with appropriate maintenance. Brushing twice a day, flossing daily, and making annual dental appointments are what you need to make your implants last for years to come.
If you live in American Fork, UT, and its environs, you don’t have to continue living with a missing tooth. Instead, please dial (801) 758-0019 to book an appointment with Greg G. Pitts DDS. After Dr. Pitts declares you are fit for implants, he will install affordable, high-quality implants to fix your mouth gaps.
Dr. Greg G. Pitts earned his DDS from Creighton Dental School in 1999 after completing a BS in Exercise Science from Brigham Young University, where he played football as a linesman for the Cougars. Still actively involved with Utah Valley athletics, Dr. Pitts is the official dentist for both the BYU and Utah Valley University athletic departments. Dr. Pitts is a member of the UDA, ADA, AGD, and the American Academy of Sports Dentistry, reflecting his commitment to maintaining the highest modern standards in dental care.
View LinkedIn ProfileDr. John William Collins received the honor of graduating cum laude from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas School of Dental Medicine with a DMD. With advanced training in molar endodontics and wisdom teeth extractions, he also specializes in root canals and cosmetic dentistry. He is Level 3 sedation certified, so he can provide safe IV sedation for patients who need it. Having served as a general dentist in El Paso, Dr. Collins was also a faculty member at the Woody L. Hunt School of Dental Medicine at Texas Tech University Health Science Center in El Paso.
View LinkedIn ProfileDr. Beau Seager earned his DMD from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas School of Dental Medicine after completing a degree in Exercise Science from Brigham Young University. He has experience serving as a dentist in El Paso, Texas, where he worked with underserved communities, demonstrating his commitment to providing quality care to those in need. Dr. Seager is dedicated to ensuring the well-being of his patients by providing compassionate, expert dental care.
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