Even a single missing tooth can jeopardize the health of your bite, as well as your jawbone. Missing teeth allow the surrounding dentition to shift, causing misalignment problems that could include TMJ dysfunction. In addition, jawbone deterioration, decreased function, and poor self-esteem can result from missing teeth.
If you have a missing tooth or several missing teeth, ask Dr. Higginbottom about dental implants. Made of titanium alloy, a dental implant is a small screw set into the jawbone during a simple oral surgery performed by a surgeon. Once your dental implant surgery has healed, Dr. Higginbottom will place an esthetic crown over the dental implant. Your new restoration will blend with your smile so well that no one will ever know you had dental work done, unless you tell them!
Let Dr. Higginbottom restore your missing teeth and return your smile to full oral health and beauty. Call our Downtown Dallas office today to schedule your implant evaluation. Our office in Downtown Dallas serves patients from across the area, including Lakewood, University Park, Uptown Dallas, and Highland Park.