You have probably seen the commercials for dental implants that sing their praises, making them sound like a magic solution for tooth loss. You might be surprised to learn, that for some people, they are!
The reason dental implants have gained in popularity and have a reputation for being a solution for tooth loss is because they actually provide a number of valuable benefits.
They Protect Your Smile
Dental implants protect your smile in a couple of ways. First, dental implants and implant crowns act as a space holder for your remaining teeth. Tooth loss almost always results in an undesirable shifting of your teeth that can create problems when your bite not longer comes together correctly. Additionally, it can affect the appearance of your smile when your teeth are no longer aligned correctly.
Dental Implants Are Stable
Unlike removable appliances such as dentures and partials, dental implants stay put because they integrate with your natural bone. This is also useful for patients wishing to have more stable dentures, partials, and bridges. You can avoid embarrassing moments by using a few strategically placed dental implants to secure your removable appliances.
Dental Implants Help Prevent Bone Loss
When you lose teeth, you lose an important biological relationship. Your bone stabilizes your teeth, but your teeth also stimulate bone growth and regeneration that keeps your remaining teeth stable. When you have bone loss, you run the risk of additional tooth loss, as well. It is a vicious cycle that can be slowed or stopped completely with dental implants.
Improved Quality of Life
The fact is that your quality of life matters and your smile is your calling card. When you have a beautiful, healthy smile, you can feel more confident talking, eating, and laughing in social settings.
Food is often a part of that social interaction and if you enjoy traveling or just enjoying the restaurants in your neighborhood, dental implants can allow you to experience a wider variety of foods – especially the healthy ones like crunchy vegetables.
If you want to learn more about how dental implants can improve your life, call our Encinitas dental office today!