REPLACING MISSING TEETH – HOUMA, LA
FILLING IN THE GAPS FOR GOOD
This is an option to replace teeth without implant. (Marilyn Bridge) We worked with Dr. Brent Benoit @ Coastal Orthodontics.
WHY CHOOSE RYAN A WALKER DDS FOR REPLACING MISSING TEETH?
- Advanced Dental Technologies Used
- Start-to-Finish Dental Implant Placement
- Natural-Looking, Fully Functional Restorations
- In-House Dental Implant Placement & Restoration
- Dentist With More Than a Decade of Experience
- Cone Beam Scanner Used for More Accurate Treatment Planning
DENTAL BRIDGES & CROWNS
When missing two or more teeth along an arch, we can restore your smile using a dental bridge. Consisting of two dental crowns that rest on top of altered abutment teeth, the remainder of the restoration includes pontics or artificial teeth that sit atop the gums. Not only does this fill in the gap left behind by missing teeth, but it also allows for improved bite force and greater clarity when speaking to others. With ample care, a dental bridge can last up to a decade or more.
DENTURES & PARTIALS
When faced with many or an entire arch of missing teeth, full and partial dentures might just be the right solution for you. Made from acrylic, their gum-colored bases serve as a foundation for artificial teeth. While partials include metal clasps that attach to natural teeth to help hold the prosthetic in place, full dentures rely solely on your natural suction and denture adhesive.
DENTAL IMPLANTS
The frequent adjustments and replacements required with dentures and dental bridges can get old for those who are undergoing treatment for missing teeth. However, with the help of dental implants, this aspect of care is no longer an issue. Dr. Walker and our team are here to provide patients like yourself with a more advanced solution designed to permanently reside inside your mouth for 30+ years or even a lifetime.
WHAT ARE DENTAL IMPLANTS?
Dental implants are titanium, screw-like posts that mimic tooth roots. They are the only tooth replacement solution available that restores the full root-to-crown structure. When placed inside the jawbone, they fuse over several months in a process known as osseointegration. When ready, a customized restoration is placed on top to complete your smile.
Dental implants are known for their longevity and functionality, allowing you to enjoy a greater bite force and chewing power as well as speech clarity and confidence.
WHY CHOOSE US FOR YOUR MISSING TEETH TREATMENT?
I’m scared to death of dentist! But when you walk into their office, it is the most welcoming feeling. The staff is so nice, passionate, understanding, and they have this calming nature that relaxes the anxiety you may have had. Dr. Walker was amazing and truly cares about his patients.
Dr. Walker is down to earth, friendly, knowledgeable, very professional, and cares a great deal about his patients. Marion and Eva are absolutely delightful as well. I do not hesitate to recommend them if you are looking for quality dental care and friendly, caring people.
Referred by a friend after very bad experience with Aspen Dental! Dr. Walker eased my anxiety, very gentle and explained everything to me to where I could understand. He took a lot of time with me and did not feel rushed. I felt very at ease with everyone!
Discover if you are suitable for Dentures or Dental Implant treatment with a Complimentary Consultation
DENTAL IMPLANTS – FULL MOUTH REHABILITATION
Dental implants can be used to hold a ‘fixed dental bridge’ which essentially replaces an entire arch of teeth. These bridges replace both the gums and teeth and can be made from a variety of materials.
Many patients favour this treatment because of its perception as the most natural and non-removable solution to replacing a full set of teeth.
This treatment is only suitable for people of good health, with no teeth or teeth beyond restoration, who are motivated to maintain their bridges and implants with regular checkups and hygiene at home.
BENEFITS OF DENTAL IMPLANTS
- Improved appearance thanks to their ability to prevent facial sagging
- Greater confidence when looking in the mirror and when surrounded by family, friends, and colleagues
- Greater jawbone stimulation that minimizes the risk of facial collapse commonly caused by tooth loss and bone deterioration
- Minimized risk of systemic issues commonly linked to tooth loss (i.e., diabetes, heart disease, osteoporosis)
- Ability to eat the foods you love because of greater bite force and chewing power
WHO DENTAL IMPLANTS CAN HELP
Dental implants are a viable option for most adults with tooth loss. Although a thorough consultation must be completed before moving forward with treatment, we can determine how best to proceed so that your dental implant placement is most successful. When meeting with Dr. Walker, he will discuss the type of dental implant restoration you will need based on the number of teeth you are missing.
MISSING A SINGLE TOOTH
Instead of being one of the 120 million Americans living with a single missing tooth, we can easily replace it using one dental implant post and a customized crown. By addressing only the empty socket, we can avoid altering healthy abutment teeth – a process that is required when receiving a traditional dental bridge.
MISSING MULTIPLE TEETH
When faced with multiple missing teeth, we can position two dental implant posts in the outer sockets and attach a customized bridge to sit on top. Not only does this allow you to keep your existing healthy teeth, but you can also enjoy a more secure and permanent prosthetic that can remain in place for decades.
MISSING ALL OF YOUR TEETH
Instead of relying on traditional dentures to restore and rebuild your smile, let us use implant dentures. Requiring between four and six dental implants, we will position them accordingly for maximum support before securing a customized denture on top.