Implant Dentistry in Northern Virginia, near Washington, DC
When you have lost teeth, you have a number of options to replace them. You can choose a partial denture, which consists of removable artificial teeth, a fixed bridge, in which the restorations are attached to neighboring teeth, or you can choose to restore your smile with dental implants. Implant dentistry at our Washington, DC, area office in Northern Virginia is the most natural-looking and-feeling way to replace missing teeth.
If you are seeking a world-class cosmetic dentist in Washington, DC, Northern Virginia, or the surrounding area, contact Dr. Barry D. Laurent today!
Barry Laurent, DDS
8292-B Old Courthouse Road
Vienna, Virginia 22182
Tel: 703.893.1603
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Welcome to Dr. Barry Laurent's cosmetic dental practice in Northern Virginia, near Washington, DC. Dr. Laurent believes that having a smile you can be proud of has the potential to change your life for the better.
8292-B Old Courthouse Road - Vienna, Virginia 22182 | Tel: 703.893.1603
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The Dental Implants Procedure
There are two main areas of implant dentistry. Washington, DC, and Northern Virginia patients come to Dr. Laurent's office to have a thorough exam and treatment plan. Dr. Laurent then works with an implant surgeon to ensure the proper number and placement of the implant. These dental implants are small titanium anchors that are surgically attached to the bone of your jaw, firmly anchoring the restoration into place. After you have had the dental implants installed and your mouth has had time to heal, you will return to Dr. Laurent's office, where he will carefully select porcelain crowns to perfectly match the color of the rest of your teeth. Dr. Laurent will attach these crowns to the dental implant anchors.
Benefits of Implant Dentistry
Implant dentistry restores missing teeth in a manner that is structurally very similar to natural teeth. A natural tooth is comprised of a root, which anchors the tooth into the jaw, and a crown, which is the part of the tooth that protrudes above the gums. The form of dental implants mimics the structure of natural teeth. The titanium anchor works just like the root, and the artificial crown is basically identical to the crown of any other tooth.
There are a variety of reasons why we recommend implant dentistry. With dental implants treatment at our Northern Virginia practice, Dr. Laurent can avoid filing down of neighboring teeth, as is necessary when placing dental bridges. Unlike dentures, they are a permanent replacement option. After the dental implants are in place, bone and gums will grow in around them as they do around natural teeth. Additionally, replacing the missing tooth root preserves the jaw bone and prevents surrounding teeth from shifting out of position.
Contact Our Practice to Schedule a Consultation
If you have lost teeth and are considering restoring them with dental implants, contact our dentist today. With implant dentistry at our Northern Virginia office, near Washington, DC, Dr. Laurent can keep you smiling for years to come.
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