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| An implant is a stable replacement for a missing natural tooth. It is constructed of a metal cylinder with its base attached to the jawbone and its crown attached to make a natural-looking porcelain tooth. Over several months, the implant fuses with the jawbone, creating a strong, long-lasting tooth replacement that is hard to distinguish from your natural teeth. In the case of an ill-fitting denture or no teeth at all, two to four implants are placed in the bone. After the bone heals around the implant, an over denture is constructed, which fits over the implants almost as solidly as natural teeth.
Dr. Heck and her staff work closely with a periodontist (a gum surgeon), who places the implants, while Dr. Heck does the restorative crown, bridge or dentures over the implant. You can view an animation of this procedure in our Dental Wizard.
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Whitening Your smile is important. It's one of the first things you notice when you meet someone. A whiter, brighter smile is beautiful - it can help you feel better about yourself and make a memorable impression.Learn more about ZOOM! |
Veneers "Lumineers" offer a painless way to a whiter and straighter smile. These contact lens-thin porcelain veneers shape your teeth without any grinding or shaving, and can be placed over existing crown or bridgework.Learn more about Lumineers |
Orthodontics We now offer "Invisalign" invisible braces. Achieve a straighter and more beautiful smile without people noticing you're in treatment. Find out why "Invisalign" has been the choice of over half a million people.Learn more about Invisalign |
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