Implants: A Long-Lasting Solution To Missing Teeth
Are missing teeth getting in the way of ordinary activities such as chewing, speaking and even smiling? Do you find yourself trying to cover the gap in your teeth because you are uncomfortable with the appearance of your smile? Many patients who have dealt with these same conditions turned to dental implants as a reliable and long-lasting solution to the problems that accompany missing teeth.
Tooth loss occurs for a number of reasons, such as tooth decay, injury or aging. It not only has an effect on the appearance of your smile, but it can cause other issues too. Without teeth, the way you chew food or speak can be compromised. Not only that, missing teeth can eventually cause your remaining teeth to shift out of place or increase the chances of oral infection — a future of dental damage is often the case for those who suffer tooth loss.
What Can Dental Implants Do For You?
A brighter future can be yours with dental implants. They are a popular choice to replace missing teeth because they offer you the function and look of your natural teeth and fit extremely comfortably. And with proper care, they can last decades.
The implant acts as a tooth root when surgically placed in the jawbone. A crown tooth is then placed on the implant. When complete, the implant treatment will function and feel just like your natural teeth. Implants also blend in with the rest of your teeth, making them barely noticeable.
Other advantages of dental implants include:
- Speaking with confidence — You may tend to mumble or slur your words if you have missing teeth. Dental implants, however, provide a secure and permanent fit that allows you to speak with confidence.
- Eating what you like — Implants are so strong and durable that you don’t have to avoid certain foods, as you would with other restorations, such as dentures.
- Ease of care — Like your natural teeth, you can take care of implants with regular brushing, flossing and dental checkups.
- Improved oral health — Missing teeth can cause your jaw to shrink and deteriorate. Implants help preserve the bone, helping you maintain long term oral health.
At Kewaskum Family Dentistry, we help patients in the Kewaskum, WI area achieve and maintain their dental health with treatments like implants. If you have questions about dental implants, please call our office to schedule a consultation.
