Saginaw Cosmetic Dentist Replaces Missing Teeth With Dental Implants

    SAGINAW, MI, November 16, 2013 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Millions of adults have lost one or more of their teeth due to oral diseases or injury. While no one ever wants to lose a tooth as an adult, Dr. Greg Herzler works to provide his patients with restored smiles through the availability of dental implants in Saginaw at his dental office.

Dental implants are artificial replacements for natural teeth and roots. Used in the upper and lower jaws, implants are manufactured "anchors" that resemble cylinders or screws, and are surgically inserted into a patient's jawbone to create a stable base for the artificial tooth replacement. The implant acts as the root of the tooth and a crown or bridge is placed over the implant to look and act as a natural tooth.

"Missing teeth can make it difficult to chew, speak and can even negatively impact your sense of self-esteem. If you are missing a tooth or multiple teeth, the use of dental implants may be the best choice for restoring your smile and your bite. Dental implants tend to be a more comfortable and permanent solution for the replacement of missing teeth," said Dr. Greg Herzler, a Saginaw cosmetic dentist.

Prior to the placement of your dental implants, a patient's bone density needs to be measured in order to ensure that he or she has sufficient quality and quantity of bone tissue available around the area in which the implant will be placed. Patients who have insufficient bone density may need bone grafting before the implant can be placed.

Once a patient has had a consultation with Dr. Herzler, a dentist in Saginaw, MI, on the appropriateness of dental implants for their tooth replacement, the treatment process can begin. Dental implants can generally be placed in one sitting, but do require a period of osseointegration, which is the process by which direct anchorage of the implant root and the bone of the jaw occur.

For patients in Saginaw, dental implants are one of the most successful ways to replace missing teeth, as they have a very high success rate. The best candidates for implants will be those that are in good general health with healthy gums. Patients should also have sufficient bone structure in order to properly place the implants into the jawbone. The success of a patient's implant depends on regular visits to Dr. Greg Herzler, in addition to a personal commitment to maintaining proper oral hygiene.

It is important to remember that dental implants are not for everyone. Patients who are missing teeth should contact Dr. Greg Herzler, a dentist in Saginaw, MI for further consultation on dental implants.

About Greg Herzler, DDS: Dr. Greg Herzler has been practicing dentistry in Saginaw since 1980 and is continually demonstrating his commitment and concern for every patient's comfort and care. He provides an array of services and treatments including, teeth whitening, dental implants and veneers. Dr. Herzler completed his undergraduate studies at Michigan State University in East Lansing and went on to graduate from Northwestern University Dental School in Chicago in 1980. Patients come to Dr. Herzler's practice from Saginaw and the surrounding communities, but many also drive long distances for his personal attention and compassionate care.

Media Contact:
Dr. Greg Herzler
[email protected]
4977 Mackinaw Rd.
Saginaw, MI 48603
(989) 793-7733
http://www.herzlerdds.com

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