Did you know that people who have lost one or more teeth are at an increased risk for developing gum disease? And that additional tooth loss generally follows the first missing tooth? It’s true — but choosing a sturdy tooth replacement can help to prevent these negative side effects of missing teeth. Dental implants in Waterbury replace the tooth’s root to create a stable base for the prosthetic tooth that rests on top. How does the procedure for dental implants work? And are you a candidate for dental implants? We take a look at these and other important questions related to implant dentistry in this week’s blog post.

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