With the loss of one or more teeth, there may be more at stake than just your smile. Missing teeth may not only lower confidence, but they can also contribute to other health problems. Dental implants are a great option for the replacement of one or more teeth. In fact, many dental insurance companies are now encouraging patients to replace missing teeth with implants instead of fixed-bridges or removable partials. They are doing this because studies are showing implants to be a long-term, more effective solution for replacing missing teeth, thereby saving them money.
There are many reasons patients lose teeth, from accidental injury to periodontal disease or advanced decay that necessitates their removal. Whether the patient opts to replace these with full or partial dentures, or chooses to live with one or more gaps between the remaining teeth, the result can often prove problematic.
Self-consciousness over one or more missing teeth may be one of the most obvious issues for many patients, but it’s not the only one. Many patients may not even realize that when a tooth is missing, an opposing tooth will actually grow to fill the missing space. This can lead to periodontal disease, which may in turn lead to deterioration of exposed gums and even the underlying jawbone.
If you have healthy gums and underlying bone structure, implants are a great option to improve your smile’s appearance and function, as well as your health. Basically an artificial replacement for tooth roots, dental implants are surgically placed anchors upon which a partial can then be securely fitted.
Made of titanium and other materials that are well-suited to the human body, implants actually help to maintain jaw strength and health as they fuse with surrounding tissue. Implants can be placed in both upper and lower jaws and have been used successfully for several decades. Dental implants require good health, a three-step process to complete, and a commitment to thorough oral hygiene and regular dental visits.
To determine if you are a good candidate for implants, we will be happy to discuss your individual needs with you in detail. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call The Dental Group at 301-864-5200 and talk to any of our friendly and helpful staff.
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The Dental Group
6200 Baltimore Blvd., Suite 200
Riverdale Park, MD 20737
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