Maintaining a good oral regimen is vital for your health. Sometimes, however, the brushing and flossing can't prevent a tooth being 
knocked out due to injuries, like when playing a sport. That's why Dr. Andrew Schmid of Manchester, VT, provides his patients with dental implants.
What are dental implants?
Dental implants are state-of-the-art installations that are used to fix gaps in your smile. The process of getting a dental implant is straightforward. Dr. Schmid applies local anesthesia to the problem area and removes any remnants of the old tooth, drills into the jawbone and inserts a titanium post. The titanium post is biocompatible, so your body will not reject it.
Afterwards, he will surgically seal the area and give you a temporary crown. The titanium post will need to osseointegrate, which takes three to six months. This process simply means the titanium post will fuse with the bone, therefore giving your support and strength.
When the three to six months pass, you will go back to Dr. Schmid. He will re-open the area and attach an abutment and a permanent crown that matches the rest of your teeth. You can walk out of his Manchester office with a complete smile.
How do I care for my implants?
The advantages of implants are that they have a high success rate, can last a lifetime and you can receive multiple implants, not just one. Some people have all their teeth replaced with dental implants.
Taking care of your implants isn't difficult. It's the standard oral regimen of brushing your teeth twice a day and flossing, at least once, before bed. Also, stay away from sugary foods. Sugar contains bacteria that produce plaque. The build-up of plaque can lead to cavities or something worse, like periodontal disease.
For more information about dental implants, call Dr. Schmid. His office is conveniently located in Manchester, VT, so make sure you schedule an appointment as soon as you can.