Dental treatments that repair or replace human teeth have been around a long time with progressive improvements. An increasingly popular option for replacing damaged or missing teeth is to have a dental implant procedure. If you are eligible for this treatment, you may derive several valuable benefits.
Appearance
A dental implant replaces a broken, unsightly, or missing tooth with an artificial one that matches your other teeth. Rooted into the jawbone with a metal stud, it remains secure and can be brushed and flossed like other teeth. An implant improves the appearance of that area of your mouth. It can replace a discolored and dead or cracked tooth. Also, when replacing a missing tooth, one or more implants can enhance your overall smile and help to keep your cheek tissue from sagging where the gap would be.
Speaking And Eating
Depending on the location of your dental implants or how many you have, they can reinforce your dental structures and enable you to speak more clearly if that was an issue from your damaged teeth. You should be able to chew your food more thoroughly, which will make eating more enjoyable and comfortable. Your mouth’s ability to function overall may improve with the addition of one or more implants that work in sync with your other teeth.
Health
Having your missing or broken teeth replaced may enhance your general health. With all your teeth in the correct positions, you can follow recommended dental hygiene to help prevent cavities or gum disease. In addition, the ability to chew your food properly can aid in the digestive process. This could alleviate stomach or intestinal distress resulting from improperly chewed food. You should also be able to enjoy healthy, chewable snacks and meals like fresh fruit or fiber-based foods that can contribute to nutritional health and well-being.
Confidence
When you have a full set of healthy, strong teeth that perform the work you need them to do and look attractive as well, your confidence will soar. Knowing that you look good, speak clearly, and can eat normally can reduce social anxiety and feelings of low self-esteem. Not having to feel embarrassed about the way your teeth used to look before treatment will be a great relief.
Contact a dental professional for more information on the dental implant process. You may need X-rays, a comprehensive examination, and referral to a specialist to help you make the final treatment decision. Learn all you can to find out if this approach is right for your dental health.
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