One of the first things people notice about you is the health and beauty of your smile. A gorgeous grin can convey a lot of things about a person. It can make you appear more friendly, trustworthy, and even youthful and confident. But what happens if you’re missing permanent teeth? Often, people with gaps in their arches avoid social interactions or hide their smile from the world. This can diminish their self-esteem, and leave them feeling insecure, embarrassed, or isolated. Here’s how replacing lost teeth with dental implants can restore your confidence and your oral health!
What are Dental Implants?
Dental implants are the world’s only permanent tooth replacement option. They are surgically attached to the jawbone, and both look and feel just like real teeth!
What are the Benefits of Dental Implants?
There are many incredible benefits to replacing missing teeth with durable, lifelike dental implants. Because they’re permanent, you won’t need to worry about replacing them every five to seven years like you do with dentures, partial dentures, or dental bridges. Better still, their attachment to the bone means they won’t fall out, make clicking noises, or cause painful sores in the soft tissue. They also don’t need to be removed for cleaning, so they’re much easier to care for than dentures, too!
Dental implants provide important stimulation to the jaw that simulates the effect of natural tooth roots. This means that you’ll be less likely to experience more tooth loss, and your jawbone will remain strong and healthy for years to come. As for psychological benefits, having a beautiful, complete smile can boost your self-esteem and help restore confidence that might have been lost with your original teeth!
Am I a Good Candidate for Dental Implants?
While not everyone will be a good candidate for dental implants, if you are missing one or more permanent teeth, over the age of 18, and in good oral health, you may qualify for treatment. However, if you have suffered significant jawbone deterioration, you may need some preliminary treatments like bone grafting or a sinus lift first. Then, once your mouth is healthy, you can begin restoring your smile with these incredible prosthetics.
Dental implant teeth are available in crowns, bridges, and dentures, depending on your individual needs. Your dentist can go over your options and help you decide which works best for you at your consultation.
Remember, losing teeth can take a toll on your confidence and self-esteem, but restoring your positive opinion of yourself doesn’t have to be a challenge with permanent, beautiful dental implants! To learn more about this treatment and to see if it will work for your smile, schedule a consultation with your dentist today!
About Dr. Damerji
Dr. George Damerji is proud to provide your complete dental implant treatment right here at El Cajon Dental Center. Whether you’re missing one tooth, just a few, or an entire arch, these durable, lifelike restorations can permanently replace them, improving your smile and your confidence in the process! To learn more this treatment and see if you qualify, schedule a consultation for dental implants by visiting our website or calling 619-442-1639.