If you have missing teeth, it is crucial to replace them. Without all your teeth, chewing and eating can destabilize your bite and cause you discomfort. When teeth are missing, your mouth can shift and even cause your face to look older. Implants are a great way to replace your missing teeth.

An implant is a new tooth made of steel and porcelain that looks just like your natural tooth. Your implant is composed of two parts that mimic a tooth's root and crown. The implant's "root" is a titanium steel rod placed into the jaw bone to act as a root. Once the rod is in place, a porcelain crown is attached to replace the top part of your tooth.

Implants may also be used to anchor dentures, especially lower dentures that tend to shift when you talk or chew. Plus, for patients with removable partial dentures, implants can replace missing teeth so that you have a more natural-looking smile.

About David Tillman, DDS

Drawing from a wealth of continuing education and hands-on experience, Dr. David Tillman and his staff are committed to providing individuals and families with exceptional general, restorative, and cosmetic dental care from our Fort Worth, TX dentist office. To schedule an appointment or complimentary consultation, call us today at (817) 870-4746. Located in the heart of the Downtown Fort Worth medical district, we proudly serve patients from across the Metroplex.