Life with a missing tooth is challenging because of many things we all take for granted. What would it feel like to walk into a restaurant and not worry about what to order? How would it feel to smile freely again, without embarrassment? A missing tooth affects every aspect of your life; even your oral health is being compromised. The good news is that Dr. Nirav Patel has solutions for you, and we’ll discuss the benefits of dental implants in West Palm Beach.
Missing Teeth Affect Oral Health
It’s a good idea to think about replacing your missing tooth as soon as possible because a number of things begin to happen when you lose a tooth. Your jawbone begins to deteriorate, or resorb, without a root to support. Without a replacement tooth, your healthy teeth begin to shift into the open space putting them at risk for fractures and damage. Unfortunately, a missing tooth is a downward spiral for more tooth loss.
What is a Dental Implant?
A dental implant restores both your root and your tooth, which protects the integrity of your oral health. A titanium post is surgically placed into your jawbone to take the place of your root, which keeps your bone healthy and stimulated. Titanium is biocompatible and integrates with your bone over time, creating a stable and firm foundation for your new tooth, which is a customized porcelain crown.
What are the Benefits of Dental Implants?
Implants boast a 95% success rate, and they also offer great longevity as with excellent home care and regular dental checkups they can potentially last for a lifetime. Your new tooth is custom designed to match your existing teeth so no one will ever know you were missing a tooth. With your implant you’ll enjoy all the function you had with you natural tooth. You’ll be able to chew, eat, smile, talk, brush, and floss like you were always used to.
No other tooth replacement option such as dentures or dental bridges can offer these benefits. The good new is that implants can be used to support other dental prosthetics such as a denture, which offers patients with multiple missing teeth great options for restoring their teeth and oral health. Implants offer a more secure and snug fit for denture wearers so there is no slipping or movement when you talk or eat.
If you’ve lived with one or more missing teeth, it’s time you learned about the possibilities for your smile. We encourage you to contact us at Smile Solutions Dentistry to learn how Dr. Patel can help to restore your smile.