Why would you need a dental implant?
Dental implants can be used to replace a missing single tooth, several teeth, or all of the teeth. The ultimate goal of implant treatment is to restore natural esthetics, function, long term health, and patient comfort.
When it comes to tooth replacement, generally, there are three options:
(1) Removable dental appliance (complete denture or partial denture),
(2) Fixed dental bridge (cemented), and
(3) Dental Implant.
Dentures are the more affordable option for replacement but are the least desirable because of the inconvenience of a removable appliance. Dental bridge was the more common restorative option prior to the relatively recent shift to dental implant treatment. The Disadvantage to Dental bridge is the dependence on existing natural teeth for support.
Implants are supported by bone only and do not affect surrounding natural teeth. There are great advantages to choosing a dental implant for tooth replacement over the other options.
Dental implants are
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- Natural look and comfortable fit
- Long-lasting and reliable
- High success rate
- Improved ability to eat and chew
- Improved facial and bone features
- Conservative
- Durable
- Prevents Bone Loss
- Matches Your Natural Teeth
- Restores Bite Force
- Prevents Changes In the Shape Of Your Face
- Enables Natural Speech
- Won’t Get Cavities
- Easy to Care For
- No Embarrassing Slippage
- Supports Adjacent Teeth