Dental implants are a preferred form of tooth replacement!
There is a reason that dental implants in Long Island are our first choice for replacement teeth. In addition to looking completely realistic, implants are durable, firmly anchored, and improve health in the rest of the mouth. However, many people who are missing teeth find themselves trying to decide between modern dental implants and traditional dentures. Here is a little more information about the trouble with dentures and why everyone who has missing teeth should consider implants.
The Downside of Dentures
Your parents and your grandparents wore dentures, so why wouldn’t you order a pair? Although newer versions of dentures fit better and look more realistic than the fixtures of the past, there are still several downsides to traditional dentures, including:
- Instability: Dentures are pressure fitted to the mouth, but many versions still need adhesive powders or gels to hold them firmly in place. Dentures are prone to slipping and even falling out, which can make it hard to eat certain foods and lead to some extremely embarrassing situations.
- Discomfort: Dentures can be uncomfortable to wear because your tongue and cheeks will have to prop your teeth in place when you speak. Dentures can even rub bare spots into your gum tissue, causing extreme discomfort.
- Extensive Cleaning: Dentures have to be removed, brushed, flossed, bleached, sanitized, and soaked on a regular basis to stay clean and odor-free. This can be difficult for some people since extra cleaning can add time to your morning routine and put you at a higher risk of dropping or breaking your denture.
- Adjustments and Replacements: When teeth are extracted or fall out, the bone tissue in the area stops receiving stimulation and it slowly melts away. This constant change in jaw shape means that people who have dentures will need frequent adjustments to keep them fitting properly, and the entire set will need to be replaced every 5-7 years.
Dental Implants: Replacement Teeth Without the Hassle
Long Island dental implants, on the other hand, restore form and function to your smile. Because they are anchored into your natural bone tissue, they literally become a part of you—making them more stable than any other tooth replacement option. Here are some of the great benefits of dental implants.
- Implants Look and Feel Like Your Real Teeth
Modern dental implants are made to look indistinguishable from your natural teeth. They’re designed to mimic the natural opacity and flexion of teeth, which means you can get your smile looking exactly the way it did before tooth loss–or even better. - Prevent Bone Loss
Because dental implants are anchored into your natural bone tissue, they provide the stimulation that the area needs to stay strong. This halts bone loss, maintaining your face shape and jawbone strength. - Maintain Neighboring Teeth
Dental implants don’t rely on support from neighboring teeth, which helps to keep your smile strong and healthy. - Simple Maintenance
Dental implants are incredibly easy to care for because they just need to be brushed and flossed like your natural teeth. The ease of ownership with dental implants helps to improve oral hygiene and restore confidence. With proper care, dental implants can last a lifetime.
With dental implants, your smile can look better than ever before—and you can feel like a brand new person. Contact us to schedule a consultation with Long Island Periodontist Dr. David R. Scharf today!