The Benefits of Dental Implants

Here at Bertagnolli Dental, we regularly help patients suffering from tooth loss and want to share with you the benefits of dental implants. People usually choose to get dental implants if they have one or more missing teeth. The implants are anchored to the jawbone itself, so they have a solid foundation and are fully functional replacements for your natural teeth. The practical and aesthetic benefits of implants make them a very attractive solution for anybody who has lost teeth.

The most obvious benefit of a dental implant is that it can drastically improve your smile. When people lose teeth due to injury or accidents, it is often the front teeth that are knocked out. This can leave an obvious and embarrassing gap. People with obviously missing teeth often end up smiling less, hiding their teeth and losing confidence. A dental implant is almost impossible to distinguish from a real tooth. With a completely natural looking implant, you can smile with confidence!

The sheer strength of a dental implant is another one of their key benefits. Implants are made from a material with the same durability as your natural enamel. This means that you don't have to restrict the types of food you eat. Many people with missing teeth, especially if they don't have all their molars, will avoid tough foods that need chewing, simply because they can't break them down effectively with their remaining teeth. An implant allows you to eat everything that you would eat with your natural teeth, meaning you can choose your food freely.

Dental implants can help prevent osteoporosis in both men and women. Osteoporosis is the gradual loss of bone density as we age. One way to combat osteoporosis is to ensure you are getting exercise and putting your bones to work with weight bearing activity. Without a full set of teeth, it is difficult to chew strongly. The jaw is one of the first places hit by osteoporosis. With dental implants firmly anchored in your jawbone, you will be able to chew better and give your jaw the resistance training it needs to keep strong for years to come.

Dental implants can play a part in improving the shape of your face and slowing down the signs of aging. When you are missing teeth near the front of your mouth, your lips don't have anything to rest against, and they start to fold inwards. Filling out the empty space in your mouth with dental implants means your face will retain its youthful structure. The muscle and skin of your cheeks and mouth need a full set of teeth to stretch over if they are to look their very best.

If you are suffering from the practical and aesthetic difficulties relating to missing teeth, there is a solution. Now that you know the benefits of dental implants, the next step is to book a consultation with your dentist to discuss your options. For more information, you're welcome to contact us here at Bertagnolli Dental. Let us help you restore your health and your smile with dental implants.