Teeth are your body’s first line of defense against the world. They deal with a lot every day, but what happens when our teeth start to show wear and tear? It’s pretty impossible to eat and enjoy your favorite foods when you’re suffering from a toothache, an abscess, or a chipped tooth.
But never fear, dental implants are here.
Implants have a success rate of 98%, and they can really make you smile wide again. How do you know if dental implants are the right choice for you? Here are some warning signs to keep an eye out for.
You are missing one or more of your natural teeth
The best part of an implant is that it looks exactly like a natural tooth, so if you have a gap in your mouth that makes you feel self-conscious, here’s your solution! It will look, feel, and work as a natural tooth, so you’ll be smiling in no time.
Your dentures don’t fit properly
Dentists can do the best they can when fitting dentures, but it does depend on the placement and health of your mouth before the dentures. So, if you have a loose-fitting partial or a denture, it may be time to invest in an implant. This can help to secure your dentures so they don’t feel wobbly or uncomfortable when talking and eating.
You are experiencing bone loss in the jaw area
A really interesting thing about implants is that they can help prevent bone loss in your jaw if you are already suffering from it. This is because the implant gets placed into the jaw bone directly, acting as the tooth’s root. In doing so, the implant bonds to the bone tissue, which then causes the bone to grow just like a natural tooth would. Truly, a win-win for everyone!
You have a severely cracked tooth
When a tooth is severely chipped or cracked, you can only do so much. A crown can help a little bit, but an implant is a permanent, long-lasting solution. Talking to your dentist will be able to give you a timeline of what they recommend you do in case this happens.
Dental implants can really make your smile whole again. If you have any more questions and are interested in learning about the world of implants, call our office at 0322.336.8251 and visit us online for more at www.dh.dental.
