The Benefits Of Dental Implants

August 12, 2021, Eriks Dental Group

You’ll never fully understand the benefits of dental implants until you have them. People with implants will tell you that this dental procedure changed their life, and it probably did! Our teeth and smile affect so many aspects of our lives. When our teeth are good, we feel good.
While there are so many benefits to implants, there are a few worth an honorable mention.

Bone Loss Prevention

After losing teeth, your jawbone will start to lose density. Bone loss occurs because your jawbone needs to be connected to teeth to maintain its density. An implant will stimulate that area again and, in turn, prevent bone loss.
If you choose a tooth-supported bridge instead of implants, you’ll lose more than just bone mass in your jaw. For a bridge, your dentist will typically have to grind down the teeth surrounding your missing tooth. They do this so they can properly cement the bridge into place.
Still, you’re basically getting rid of your natural teeth to make room for a new one. Implants don’t require you to file down or remove any other teeth. The implant only affects the space where you are adding the artificial tooth.

Works Like A Natural Tooth

When you get a tooth implant, your dentist will drill a titanium post into your jaw. The post replaces the root of your tooth. The titanium is so sturdy and strong; it will be able to sustain the same amount of pressure as the rest of your teeth. You’ll be able to bite and chew without having to worry about your implant.

Speech is also an important thing to consider. Dentures or other tooth replacement options can impact your speech and force you to change your natural speaking pattern. An implant won’t affect your speech; in fact, it might even make speaking easier when compared to speaking without a tooth.

Cavity Free And Durable

You’ll never have to worry about getting a cavity in that tooth ever again. Artificial teeth cannot decay like other teeth, and they will never rot away. Still, you need to take care of your dental implants, but they’re easy to care for.
To take care of your implants and the rest of your teeth, you have to brush and floss normally. There is no special care required! Artificial teeth and implants are very durable. If you take care of them, your implants can last you a lifetime.

Improve Your Self-Esteem

It’s no secret that your smile and teeth can have a massive impact on your self-esteem and confidence. With dental implants, you won’t have to cover your mouth when you laugh or smile with your mouth closed in photos. You will be able to smile with pride while you show off your shiny new teeth.
Implants are the only tooth replacement that will let you do that. Dentures, while common, still come with difficulties. You have to use denture glue, and there will always be a fear of them falling out. As long as your artificial teeth are removable, you’ll have to worry about them popping out of place.
The same goes for bridges. Implants are permanent and made to last. You’ll never have to worry about being embarrassed by slippage. No one will be able to tell the difference between your natural teeth and your implant.

Dental Implants In Florida

Don’t let another day go by before contacting Erik’s Dental Group if you need dental implants. Implants can change your life. Prioritize your dental health and confidence today by contacting us on our Dental Office website. We’ll set up a consultation with you as soon as possible. We can’t wait to give you your smile back!

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