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Advantages of Dental Implants

2/5/2018

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According to the American College of Prosthodontics (ACP), more than 36 million Americans do not have any teeth, and 120 million people are missing at least one tooth. Although the primary cause of tooth loss is from dental decay and periodontal disease, missing teeth can also be a result of trauma, illness, or abnormal development. The biggest impact for most people missing a tooth is the psychological and social aspect. One of the first things people notice during conversation is a person’s smile. Missing a tooth not only affects appearance, but it may also impair speech, as teeth play an important role in formation of sounds that produce words when we talk. The ACP has also shown that missing teeth can also contribute to nutritional changes, obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and some forms of cancer. 
Our goal is to prevent tooth loss altogether, but sometimes it's inevitable. In this article, I will be explaining dental implants, and why they have become the standard of care for replacing missing teeth when compared to other treatment modalities, such as dentures and bridges. 
A dental implant is a titanium device that looks similar to a screw, which is surgically placed into the jaw bone in the area of the missing tooth. Once the the bone heals around the implant through a process called osseointegration, about 3 to 6 months after implant placement, the permanent crown may then be screwed or cemented to the implant. 
Advantages of implants:
  • Preservation of the bone and tooth structure
  • Closely simulates appearance and sensation of natural teeth
  • High long-term success rate (up to 98%)
  • Procedure is relatively atraumatic 
  • Completely restores function
  • Cosmetically superior to other options for replacing missing teeth
  • Greatly increases retention and support for dentures
At Fashion Isle Smiles, we perform the complete implant process in house. If you or anyone you know is missing teeth or is tired of wearing loose-fitting dentures, come see us to find out how dental implants may change your life forever!
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Raymond Cooper link
7/31/2018 10:16:53 am

It's cool to learn that dental implants have a 98% success rate. I thought implants were a little more hit and miss than that. This definitely makes me feel more comfortable with getting them if needed in the future.

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Michaela Hemsley link
10/8/2019 01:43:43 pm

My husband is thinking about getting dental implants because he is missing some teeth. Thanks for mentioning that they can help preserve the bone and tooth structure of your mouth. I think that would help him feel better about his smile and help him be healthier overall as well.

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