In dentistry, what are dental implants?
Dental implants are made of artificial tooth roots made of titanium. These metal anchors act as tooth root substitutes. They are surgically placed into the jaw bone. The bone bonds with the titanium, creating a strong foundation for artificial teeth. Dental implants can be used to replace a single lost tooth or many missing teeth. Implants also help preserve facial structure, preventing bone deterioration, which occurs when teeth are missing.
Dental implants are an alternative to bridges or dentures. Implants can be an excellent choice if a number of conditions are met, like non-smoking and good oral hygiene, regular maintenance by a professional, the general health condition of the person, and of course, local factors.
BENEFITS OF DENTAL IMPLANTS
- Improves chewing efficiency: Dental implants allow the application of a higher bite force when compared to dentures. Hence, patients with implants can chew better and more effectively. This will translate to food tasting better.
- No pain from dentures: Loose and ill-fitting dentures can cause ulcers and cut into the gum tissue. Using implants, the denture can be
secured, thereby preventing such a painful daily experience.
- Anti-aging effect: The loss of teeth will lead to a “sunken-in” appearance. Such an appearance is typically associated with aging. When patients replace their teeth, these teeth will support the lips and cheeks to eliminate the “sunken-in” appearance.
- Better health through a better diet: compromises in chewing efficiency will affect the choice of food in our daily diet. When chewing efficiency is affected, patients tend to favour soft food, which is high in sugar and fat content, and avoid fibrous or tougher food, which is high in protein and vitamins. Replacing teeth with dental implants will enable patients to have a more balanced diet through improvements in chewing efficiency.
- Improves self-esteem and confidence: Missing teeth or loose dentures can negatively impact a patient’s self-esteem and confidence. Patients with such problems tend to avoid smiling, speaking, or engaging in social activities. However, with adequate replacement of teeth, patients can then confidently speak and smile without the fear of dentures dropping midway through a conversation.
Book a Dental implant Consultation with Your Dentist
If you have any questions about dental implants, please contact us at Cusp Dental in Clayton Heights, Surrey; we are here to help. To make an appointment, call us directly at 778-574-3300 or use our online form.
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