Our understanding of the mouth has led to wondrous advancement in the field of dental implants. A lot of this has hinged upon the development of a process known as osseointegration. Essentially, this is the ability of the body to grow bone alongside artificial material as if it were its own. This happens extremely well with titanium, which is why we use it in our posts into your bone matter.
This has been so successful in replacement limb surgery that amputees can develop a form of touch in prosthetic limbs. That is an amazing discovery alone, but it has uses in situations such as joint replacement or the replacement of vertebrae.
Today, your Overland Park, KS dentist explains how this phenomenon has become immensely helpful in oral health. And if you are thinking of having a tooth replaced, or even several, this might be a fantastic solution for you! (more…)