What is it?
Dental implants are another restorative dentistry option that can be used to rebuild or restore your teeth.
In general, anyone who is missing at least one tooth and is healthy enough to undergo routine dental treatment (such as tooth extraction) can probably undergo dental implant treatment. There are, however, some medical conditions that warrant special consideration before placing dental implants: Those with certain chronic diseases, heavy smokers, and those who abuse alcohol may not be good candidates for dental implants.
What are the benefits?
Dental implants offer several benefits, including:
- Improved appearance: They look and feel like natural teeth, enhancing your smile and overall appearance including maintaining facial structure
- Better speech: Unlike dentures, which can slip and cause mumbling or slurring, implants allow for clearer speech.
- Comfort: Implants become a part of your mouth, eliminating the discomfort often associated with removable dentures.
- Easier eating: Implants function like natural teeth, allowing you to eat your favorite foods without pain or difficulty.
- Durability: With proper care, implants can last a very long time , making them one of the best long-term solution for missing teeth.
- Convenience: Unlike removable dentures, implants eliminate the need for adhesives, and cleaning due to food traps during social gatherings.
- Adjacent teeth preservation: Unlike traditional bridges, which require the grinding down of adjacent teeth, implants don’t affect neighboring teeth.
Overall, dental implants offer a non-removable and reliable solution for replacing missing teeth, providing both functional and aesthetic benefits.