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If you're fed up with feeling self-conscious about your dentures or partials, worrying that they'll slip while you're talking, smiling, laughing or eating, it's time to think about dental implants. According to Dr. Lucas Setiady, even in these tough economic times, implants are definitely a "secure" investment.

Dental implants are permanent replacements for both missing teeth and their roots. Versatile, strong and natural looking, they can be used to replace one tooth, several teeth or your
entire smile.

The procedure takes two steps. First, an impression of the existing teeth is made and sent to a dental laboratory with precise instructions for tooth shape, size and bite measurements. The lab creates new teeth made of porcelain.

In the interim, Dr. Setiady places artificial tooth roots made of titanium into the jaw, and allows the roots to heal. Once the jawbone has attached to the new roots, Dr. Setiady permanently places the newly created, porcelain teeth on the new roots.

The result can be life changing. First and foremost, with the custom designed teeth, patients have smiles that look and feel completely natural and beautiful. Those with dental implants also enjoy better health for a number of reasons. With the secure implants, they are able to bite and chew with comfort again, improving their nutritional intake. The new teeth are specifically designed to create a comfortable bite, decreasing any pain that may have been previously experienced. Implants also reduce the chances of gum disease. With the secure fit, patients have improved speech and a boost in confidence.