Advantages of Dental Implants

Dental implants provide a replacement for the root. The implants provide a foundation for removal or permanent replacement teeth, made to match your current teeth. There are many advantages to having dental implants, but it’s always best to discuss the process with your dentist.

Better Appearance

Dental implants feel and look like their own teeth. They are designed to connect with the bone, so they are permanent.

Better Speech

If you currently have dentures that don’t quite fit right then the teeth can slip and can cause you to slur your words or mumble. With dental implants, you are able to speak without the fear that your teeth might slip and make it harder to speak.

More Comfort

Since dental implants are a part of you they can eliminate the discomfort you would feel with removable dentures. Many people who get implants say that there isn’t a lot of discomforts involved. Local anesthesia can be used and many say that getting an implant is less painful than extracting a tooth.

Makes It Easier to Eat

When dentures slide, it can be harder to eat. Dental implants work just like your own teeth, which allow you to eat foods without pain and with more confidence.

Better Self-Esteem

Dental implants help give you your smile back, which means you can feel more confident about yourself and have better self-esteem.

Better Oral Health

When you get dental implants, you don’t have to worry about reducing your other teeth like you would with a tooth-supported bridge. The nearby teeth aren’t changed in order to support the implant and more of your teeth are left intact. This improves your oral health. An individual implant makes it easier to get between teeth in order for you to floss and improve your oral hygiene. Dental implants can be cared for the same way you would care for your real teeth. This includes flossing, rinsing with mouthwashes, brushing, and having regular checkups with your dentist.

Durability

With the right care, dental implants can last for years and some can even last a lifetime.

Convenient

Traditional dentures are removable, which makes them inconvenient. Dental implants eliminate the need to remove dentures. You can also avoid the need for some messy adhesives to be able to keep them in place.

Who Can Get Dental Implants?

While there are many advantages of dental implants, it’s important to note that you need to be in good health in order to get a dental implant. Anyone who is healthy enough to have a routine dental extraction can be considered for the procedure. You also need to have healthy enough bone and gums in order to hold onto the implant. For the implant process to be successful, you need to be committed to having regular dental visits and good oral hygiene practices. Those with chronic conditions, such as heart disease or diabetes and those undergoing radiation therapy should be evaluated on an individual basis to see if an implant is right. Heavy smokers will also need to be evaluated to make sure it’s the right fit.