What are the benefits of dental implants?

For most people, a smile is an involuntary reaction they don't give a second thought to when they're happy, pleased to see someone, or laughing at a joke. But many who have a missing tooth, multiple missing teeth, defects, disease, or decay in the mouth are often insecure about their smiles and routinely make an effort to stifle them. Complex oral situations not only affect a person's self-esteem, but they can interfere with their personal comfort and overall health and wellness.

Who wears dental implants?

Dental implant patients come in all ages. Though they may not be the right option for everyone, they are often the best treatment for individuals who have missing teeth, and are looking for a permanent option, as opposed to dentures. Dental implants are also more natural looking than dentures and feel and perform like normal teeth.

What are dental implants, exactly? 

A dental implant is essentially a replacement tooth root and is placed in the jawbone so that it can fuse with the natural bone and provides a strong foundation for replacement teeth. Implants are made to match natural teeth and can be used to replace an individual tooth or for an implant-supported bridge or denture containing multiple teeth.

Dental Implants offer the best solutions for individuals who want to:

• Improve their appearance and increase their self-esteem - Dental implants can give patients back their reasons for smiling and help them feel better about their appearance.  
• Speak better - Ill-fitting dentures can cause speech issues when they slip, causing individuals to speak unclear. 
• Alleviate mouth discomfort - Implants can eliminate mouth discomfort from slipping dentures and decay or injury. 
• Eat easier and pain-free - Missing teeth or slipping dentures can interfere with normal eating habits, making chewing problematic and painful. 
• Achieve better oral health and hygiene - With implants, more of your natural teeth are left in place, improving long-term dental health. 
• Prolong teeth longevity - Implants are resilient and long-lasting when properly cared for. 
• Be denture-free - Because dentures are removable, they can be inconvenient and require sticky adhesives to keep them secure. (all of these bullet points from source 

Though there is no substitute for natural, healthy teeth, dental implants are the closest option that let you eat, smile, and talk self-assuredly without worrying about your teeth.

If you are in the Raleigh area, and think dental implants may be a good fit for you, call us today to schedule an appointment at (919) 782-0548.