Ready for a Restored Smile? 6 Key Benefits of Dental Implants

Do you have missing teeth, or will you soon have to have one of your teeth extracted? It is important to fill those gaps in your smile; your oral health and overall health will be better if you have a full set of pearly whites. There are several different ways to replace teeth, but dental implants may be the best. Here are six key benefits that you can expect to reap if you choose to undergo this potentially life-changing treatment:

They Look Great

The porcelain crowns on top of dental implants could fool practically any onlooker with their beautiful appearance. Many people have found that these teeth look much better than traditional dentures. You’ll be able to smile with confidence!

You’ll Have Clearer Speech

Both missing teeth and dentures can cause speech problems. Gaps might make it difficult for you to articulate certain sounds, and dentures can slip in your mouth while you’re trying to converse — especially if they don’t fit well. Implants don’t move around. Because they’re so sturdy, you can count on them to help you say what you want to say, exactly how you want to say it.

They’re Very Comfortable

It might take some time for you to get used to your new smile. Once you do, however, you might even forget that the implants are there because they feel so good in your mouth. This is a marked advantage over dentures, which can sometimes irritate the gums and cause painful sores.

Your Natural Teeth Won’t Suffer

With a traditional dental bridge, your dentist has to remove some of the enamel from the teeth on each side of the gap in your mouth. That isn’t the case with implants because your replacement teeth are supported by titanium posts in your jaw that imitate natural tooth roots.

It’ll Be Easier to Eat

When you have missing teeth, you might have to avoid certain foods or not chew in a particular place in your mouth. Plus, hard or crunchy foods can irritate your poor gums. Implants are strong enough to let you enjoy all of your favorite snacks and meals — you’ll be able to dig into that big, juicy steak without a hint of hesitation!

They Can Last a Lifetime

After you get implants, you’ll need to brush and floss just as you would do if you had all of your natural teeth in your mouth. If you stick to a good routine, visit your dentist a couple times a year for checkups, and don’t come down with any health conditions that could affect your implants, your new smile may very well last a lifetime.

Dental implants can work wonders! If you want to learn more about them, your dentist would be happy to chat with you.

About Our Practice

The team of three dentists at Lake Forest Smiles is proud to offer top-notch service to folks in the community. If you would like to learn more about dental implants or other restorative dentistry techniques, you can contact us at 847-234-4800.