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Dental Implants in Paoli, PA

Older man smiling Did you know it's crucial to your oral health to replace missing teeth? Even if they're far back in your mouth and aren't visible to others, replacing them with something is the healthiest choice.

At M Shah DMD & Associates, we offer several tooth replacement options customized to fit our patients' needs. Bridges and dentures are good options, but dental implants are considered the "gold standard" for tooth replacement.

How Dental Implants Work

The following is a brief summary of the dental implant process:

An artificial tooth root made of titanium is placed surgically in your jawbone by a skilled specialist.
As the implant root heals over several months, bone and tissue grow around it to form a secure bond.
When the implant fully integrates with the bone, it functions like a natural tooth root.
After healing, we add a piece to the implant post called an abutment. This piece secures your new tooth restoration to the implant in your jaw.

The result is a stable tooth replacement that can last a lifetime with proper care.

High-Quality Implant Restoration

If you have a single missing tooth, we restore your implant with a beautiful, natural-looking dental crown customized for your smile. If you have multiple missing teeth, we use an implant bridge, and if you are missing most of your teeth, we recommend an implant denture.

To create an implant denture, our specialist places multiple implants, and after healing, Dr. Shah creates a realistic-looking denture. He designs the denture with attachments that snap securely onto the implants.

The result is replacement teeth that don't move around and look and function as well (maybe better!) as the natural teeth did.

Why We Recommend Dental Implants

Dental Implant Illustration in Paoli, PA Our dentists recommend dental implants for our Paoli, PA, because they replace the entire tooth, from the root in your jaw to the tooth's crown visible when you smile. Implants are the only option that works this way and offer numerous oral health benefits.

Implants Restore Comfortable Chewing

Whether you get an implant crown, bridge, or denture, you will enjoy full chewing function and the ability to eat your favorite foods. If you have been wearing removable dentures, you'll appreciate that you can eat foods like a crisp apple, juicy steak, or even corn on the cob!

Prevents Further Bone and Tooth Loss

A natural tooth root stimulates the healthy regeneration of bone around it. When the root is missing, bone in the area starts to shrink, and surrounding teeth lose support. As the bone continues to deteriorate, your risk for tooth loss increases.

Because a dental implant replaces the tooth root, bone remains strong and healthy.

Preserves a Fuller Facial Appearance

With tooth loss and bone loss, your facial contours change, and your cheeks and lips sag, making you appear older than you are. Placing dental implant teeth fills out these facial features to maintain a fuller, more youthful appearance.

Are Dental Implants Right for You?

We always provide treatment options for our patients whenever possible and explain the pros and cons of each. It's important to us that you have all the facts to make an informed decision and feel confident about the direction of your treatment.

If you want more information about dental implants and see if they're right for you, please call our Paoli, PA, dental office to schedule an appointment. We are pleased to serve all surrounding communities in Chester County, including Malvern, Berwyn, Wayne, Frazer, Whitehorse Farms, and Devault.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long do dental implants last?

One reason dental implants are a popular tooth replacement is their longevity. Placed by a skilled specialist and restored by an experienced dentist, a dental implant can last a lifetime.

How Do Dental Implants Work?

Unlike bridges and dentures that sit on top of the gums, a dental implant is a tiny titanium post placed surgically in the jawbone. After the implant has time to heal and integrate with the bone and tissue around it, it becomes part of your dental anatomy, just like the natural tooth was.

When our implant dentist, Dr. Mehul Shah, attaches a crown, bridge, or denture to the implant, the result is a stable, secure prosthetic tooth. If you need full tooth replacement, several implants can support a denture that stays securely in place and allows you to return to eating your favorite foods.

The key to maintaining a dental implant is to protect the jawbone that supports it. Untreated gum disease can lead to bone loss, putting your implant at significant risk for failure.

At M Shah DMD & Associates, we help you avoid gum disease with routine teeth cleanings at our Paoli dental office. You do your part at home by brushing conscientiously at least twice a day and flossing once, and your implant will give you many years of service.

Call to Learn More about Dental Implants

Dr. Shah is an excellent choice for an implant dentist because of his meticulous attention to detail and high standards for quality dentistry. If you want to see if you are a good implant candidate, please call us at (610) 647-1666 to schedule a convenient appointment.

Who is a suitable candidate for dental implant surgery?

There’s no explicit age restriction on candidacy for dental implants; there are specific criteria that one must meet to be deemed a suitable candidate. To qualify as an appropriate candidate for implants, an individual must:

Have a fully-formed jawbone. Again, there’s no specific age at which this happens, though in most cases, it’s between 18 and 24.
Not suffer from gum disease and otherwise have healthy and strong gums to support a dental implant.
Have enough density in their jawbone to support a dental implant. (This, in some cases, can be rectified through a bone graft).

What Exactly Are Dental Implants?

Dental implants are small titanium pegs placed into the jawbone's empty socket after tooth loss. Once in place, over a few weeks, in a process called "osseointegration," these pegs fuse permanently with the jawbone, creating both a completely natural-feeling tooth root and a solid point upon which to affix a tooth replacement (like a dental crown). Implants stand out as long-term tooth replacement options because they tackle tooth loss above the gumline and at the root.

Precisely Placing Dental Implants in Paoli, PA

If you’re in the Paoli area and looking for a skilled and caring dental care team to guide you through the dental implant process, contact dentist Dr. Mehul Shah and the team at M. Shah DMD & Associates to schedule a consultation.

Meet Our Doctor:

Dr. Mehul Shah

Dr. Shah is a trained engineer and an experienced dentist, which gives him a unique ability to understand the complex biomechanics of our teeth and the overall human masticatory system. He earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine Degree at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine.

After multiple years of gaining experience and honing his skills, Dr. Shah acquired Dr. Riggs's practice in Paoli, PA, where he proudly serves the local community and surrounding areas. He resides in Paoli with his lovely wife, who is a geriatric and internal medicine ...

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