A prominent gap in the upper or lower row of teeth affects appearance. Most people are embarrassed to smile as the gap becomes obvious. While placing a single artificial tooth may rectify the problem, such an action comes with the risk of swallowing the tooth when it accidentally comes off. Cleaning a single tooth is also tricky, as the motion of a toothbrush can pry it out of the socket. Almost all top dental surgeons recommend dental implants in Seattle and Shoreline, WA , as a better alternative. It suffices to know that the implant is an artificial replacement for the dental root. It is screwed securely in place, with the area being numbed by a local anesthetic. It is a surgical procedure that usually takes about 1.5 hours. The entire procedure requires multiple examinations and may need about 6 to 12 months to be completed. There is no reason to be anxious about getting an implant, however. Instead, it is heartening to learn that the gap will be filled with a natural-looking...
