Why dental implants are the preferred choice as a missing tooth replacement option
When adult teeth are lost to disease or an unfortunate knock to the face, protecting dental appearance becomes a top concern. We rely on the aesthetics of a smile to win us friendship, love, respect, admiration, business opportunities and professional advancement. It is no wonder then that missing teeth will cause a great deal of embarrassment when smiling or engaging in conversation with others.
The most significant advantage of dental implants Brentwood is that this dental solution mirrors the exact look of real teeth to provide stable dental function and beautify a smile. At Coptfold Dental, we look to dental solutions that provide a higher level of value to patients so that they can not only meet their oral health goals, but also live a better quality life.
In this post, we outline the benefits of choosing dental implants Brentwood that make them the most ideal option to take the place of missing teeth.
Rewards of choosing dental implants Brentwood to replace missing teeth
It is the structure of dental implants that allows them to function in the same way that natural teeth do. It is the combination of this structure and function that is largely responsible for the rewards this missing tooth replacement solution provides.
Tooth replacement implants feature a metal root (surgically implanted into the jawbone) which provides the stability for the masticatory function of the dental crown that sits atop it. As the implant sits solidly in the jawbone, there is very little chance of the dental crown moving about the mouth or falling out when connected by the abutment.
Dental crowns are shaped to provide an exact match to natural teeth. This is why implants provide a seamless look to the dental arch and are able to help create a winning smile. Dental crowns blend in so well with the rest of the mouth that it is nearly impossible for anyone to discern that the person has had implants installed.
The structure of dental implants offers another lesser-known benefit to wider oral health. By filling in vacant gaps in the dental arch, implants prevent neighbouring teeth from shifting out of their natural positions and creating additional problems to treat.
Secondly, jawbone health is given a boost when the implant is placed into it. As the fixture replaces the missing tooth root, the jawbone continues to receive the stimulation it needs for non-stop growth. Without this stimulation, the jawbone can deteriorate to the point where reabsorption occurs. Bone reabsorption is responsible for changing facial shape where the face can take on a shrunken, aged appearance.
With other missing teeth replacement options, maintaining good oral hygiene is not as straightforward as it is with dental implants. Once again, it is the natural-like design of implants that makes the at-home oral hygiene routine so easy. Dental implants are cared for in the very same way that natural teeth are; no extra steps are necessary.
Dental implants can be a life-changing solution for patients to meet their smile and oral health goals. Please schedule a consultation with one of our highly experienced dentists to find out how this dental solution can best help you.