If you’re missing one or more teeth, this can impact more than just the look of your smile. It can also make you feel insecure and uncomfortable with smiling around other people. Luckily, dental implants can help fill in the gaps in your grin. Read on to learn how dental implants can help you regain your confidence in your pearly whites.
1.) Easy, Comfortable Eating
Dental implants replace the entire root of a tooth. They are inserted directly into the jawbone where they fuse with it through osseointegration. Since dental implants are permanent and can give you back at least 80% of your bite power, you’ll be able to eat your favorite foods without any issues.
2.) Laugh, Smile, and Talk Worry-Free
When you lose a tooth, the surrounding teeth tend to shift towards the gap. Additionally, the jawbone in the area where the tooth used to be will begin to deteriorate due to lack of stimulation. Since dental implants are securely anchored to the jawbone and provide it with the necessary stimulation, these issues can be prevented.
3.) A Stronger, Healthier Smile
Unlike with dental bridges, healthy tooth enamel doesn’t need to be removed to insert them, which makes them the best tooth replacement option for the wellbeing of your smile. They also won’t wear down the enamel and structure of your remaining teeth or cause gum irritation like dentures.
4.) Maintain a Youthful Appearance
When missing teeth lead to jawbone deterioration due to lack of stimulation, this can change the structure of your face and make you look older than you are. Dental implants prevent bone corrosion and help your face maintain its shape.
5.) A Long-Term Confidence Boost
Dental implants are a permanent solution to missing teeth that can last a lifetime with proper care. This includes brushing twice per day with a soft-bristled toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste, flossing once per day, using a mouthwash with the ADA Seal of Acceptance, and visiting the dentist every six months. Doing these things will keep your teeth healthy and make your implants last as long as possible so you can maintain confidence in yourself and your smile.
If you’re feeling insecure about the look of your smile due to tooth loss, ask your dentist if dental implants would be the right option for you. Before you know it, you’ll once again have a full, beautiful smile that you’ll want to show off to the world!
About the Practice
Dr. Derek Funk and his team of oral health professionals at Sweeny Family Dental provide patients with the best services they have to offer. If you have gaps in your smile that are making you feel insecure, they can replace your missing teeth with dental implants and give you the confidence boost you deserve. Call Sweeny Family Dental at (979) 401-2962 or visit their website for more information on whether implants are right for you or to schedule an appointment.