Tooth Implants
Tooth implants make everything better about a person’s smile. It allows for proper digestion and the implants do not break down or get in the way of other teeth. New teeth make it easier for a person’s life to continue without feeling self-conscious after losing teeth to decay or injury. For a natural full set of healthy teeth you will want a dentist with knowledge and experience in tooth replacement. At Eastlake Dentistry, Dr. Tin utilizes the latest techniques to improve her patients’ smile.
Tooth implants, traditionally known as dental implants, are replacement tooth roots that provide a strong, permanent or removable foundation for a patient’s smile. This form of modern tooth restoration can be used to replace a single tooth, a group of missing teeth, or a full new set of teeth. Tooth implants are made to substitute and resemble the existing teeth. The teeth are attached to small titanium screws and surgically inserted into the jawbone to fill the space left in the mouth.
According to the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, nearly 70 percent of adults 35 to 44 have lost at least one permanent tooth to an accident, gum disease, a failed root canal, or tooth decay. With nearly 50 years of clinical research, tooth implants hold a 95 percent success rate, which makes dental implants the best option for replacing missing teeth. Dental implants save a patient’s smile, improves oral health and confidence.
How do I know if I need tooth implants?
With the exception of growing children, anyone is a candidate for tooth implants. Replacing one, several or a full set of teeth is made available for anyone that has lost teeth due to:
- Bone loss
- Tooth decay or gum disease
- Dentures and partials are too loose
- Medical conditions such as, diabetes and high blood pressure
- Smoking
- Poor dental care
People with existing medical conditions could possibly still acquire dental treatment, generally making patients eligible for dental implants. Patients with diabetes and high blood pressure are still considered candidates and have had successful treatment in the past.
Patients with gum disease and decay have been treated for dental implants and almost all cases have had successful results.
Those who wear partials or dentures struggle keeping them clean and often forget to place them back in their mouth. Dental implants can replace the use of those fillers and make it much more comfortable to wear.
People who have experienced bone loss and lost teeth make for perfect candidates. Oral surgeons are trained and experienced in grafting bone to safely and permanently
How do I take care of the implants?
Patients who are willing to accept the challenge of proper dental care and maintenance can experience a healthy smile that lasts a lifetime. Tooth implants require the same care as normal teeth, including brushing, flossing and mouthwash. Along with regular check-ups, the implants will not fail functionality. Proper dental hygiene prevents bacterial infections, thus ensuring their longevity.
It is advised to avoid smoking, because smoking affects the blood flow around the gums and teeth. Smoking disrupts healing and increases the risk of bone loss.
What are the benefits of tooth implants?
Any patient with missing teeth can experience a number of advantages from dental implants including:
- Improved smile
- Improved speech
- Improved comfort and self-esteem
- Easier eating
- Improved oral health
- Durability and convenience
Dental implants are designed to look and feel like your own teeth, which do not show noticeable signs of surgery. Those gaps in your teeth cause embarrassing mumbles and slurs, but with dental implants patients can speak freely. Dental implants allow anyone to enjoy their favorite foods without pain.
People with missing teeth can be embarrassing for those who love to smile. Dr. Tin and her staff take pride in providing patients with comfort and confidence. Dental implants will no longer make you feel self-conscious when you take pictures with family. With proper care you will be able to eat all the foods that you enjoy. The durability of implants eliminates the need for constant replacement. Schedule an appointment and smile bright today.
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