After tooth loss, you might find yourself hesitating to let people see your smile. You could also find yourself frustrated by having to accommodate the gap in your teeth when you eat. What you should know is that while it can be easy to recognize these problems, there are other issues you might be overlooking. One major problem is the deterioration of your jawbone, which can happen when tooth roots go missing. You can stop this problem (as well as your cosmetic and other functional problems) by having a dental implant hold your prosthetic in position.
Using Implant-Supported Dentures To Stop Your Jawbone From Shrinking
Even with a set of dentures, tooth loss will lead to your jawbone decreasing in mass. The term for this steady loss of bone in your jaw is facial collapse – over time, your face will start to look sunken, and your dentures can fit uncomfortably. To avoid the unchecked effects of facial collapse, you can talk to your dentist about having your dentures held with a series of dental implants.
Advanced Support For Your Replacement Tooth With A Dental Implant
You can use a dental implant to support a dental bridge, or a dental crown, and be confident in the stability of your prosthetic. After an initial review, your dentist will send you to a trusted oral surgeon for placement (assuming there were no preexisting issues complicating placement). After the implant is healed, your replacement tooth (or replacement bridge, if you need to replace several teeth) can be fitted, and you can enjoy a full, attractive smile again.
