If you are suffering from lost or damaged teeth, you may be considering the option of dental implants. Smile Family Dentistry provides dental implants as a tooth restoration option to our patients. There are many benefits you can experience from choosing dental implants.
Dental implants are a better option for patients that do not want to deal with dentures. They are also a permanent fixture in your mouth and do not have the issue of slipping causing uncomfortable situations.
If you are thinking about dental implants, it is not uncommon to have some concerns and questions about them and how they work. Dental implants are essentially artificial teeth that are permanently installed in your mouth to replace one or more teeth that are missing. The implant is set in place using a small titanium fixture that is inserted directly into your jawbone. There are three parts of a dental implant including the actual implant, the structure, and the artificial tooth.
Artificial teeth still need to be taken care of properly, but you don’t need to worry about a cavity developing on your dental implant. Dental implants are made out of titanium and this material will not decay.
You don’t need any special products to properly care for your dental implants. You don’t need to worry about any adhesives, special flossing tools, or any cleansing tablets. You just need to brush and floss like you normally would.
Dental implants are permanent, meaning it will replace the support you would normally receive from your teeth. If you are missing a tooth, you can end up with teeth that are shifted out of the position they are supposed to be in. Dental implants provide you with a full set of teeth and return your bite force back to its original strength.
The success rate of dental implants, like any procedure, will vary from person to person and will be based on your overall health. If you are a perfectly healthy person with great oral hygiene, your dental implants will have a success rate of between 90% and 95%. If you take care of your teeth and gums, as well as maintain your regular dental cleanings, you will have a high chance of successful implants.
Dental implants are able to replace teeth that you may have lost due to any number of reasons. Dental implants can also improve your confidence in yourself. They are also made to last, so you won’t need to worry about making an appointment every few years or so to get them replaced or reset. Dental implants are made to last a lifetime. Occasionally, the dental crown on top of the implant may need to be replaced, but this is rare.
Dental implants are a permanent tooth restoration choice. If you are interested in getting dental implants, contact us at Smile Family Dentistry today at 925-825-1130 to schedule a consultation.