Dental implants help replace the roots of missing teeth. They are secured through the jawbone during a minor dental procedure. After it is placed in the jawbone and after a period of several months where the implant bonds with the jawbone, a lifelike dental crown is attached. Dental implants have successfully replaced missing teeth for countless patients. Dr. Mildred Arucan-Masunaga in Wahiawa, HI is well versed in cosmetic dentistry procedures and can successfully administer them to patients who have missing teeth.

About Dental Implants

Typically after this process is successfully achieved, the implant bonds with the jawbone through a process call osseointegration. This is what gives dental implants such a solid foundation. Dental implants can be used to replace a single tooth or multiple teeth. Two dental implants can be used to support a removable lower denture into place while as few as just four can provide a top set of teeth.

Dental implants from your Wahiawa, HI dentist are easy to tolerate. Also, generally these tooth replacement methods last longer than other solutions such as bridges or dentures. They are a long-term investment in one’s health and well-being.

Much like the natural teeth, they must be cared for with daily brushing and flossing. Regular dental examinations and cleanings are also optimal for the best oral health. Implant teeth won’t decay, but the gum tissues around them can become inflamed and/or infected without good oral hygiene.

Dr. Arucan-Masunaga can examine your teeth and gums and determine if you’re a viable candidate for dental implants. To schedule this important consultation to discuss what dental implants or other cosmetic dentistry procedures can do for you, call 808-622-0001 today.