6 Physical And Social Benefits Of Dental Implants

The cosmetic dentists at Stoney Brook Family Dentistry have long recognized the benefits of dental implants as being the ideal alternative for restoring broken or missing teeth. They are a long-term solution compared to bridges and dentures plus, they can be designed to match your natural teeth. However, there are a number of physical and psychological reasons that make them worth the money spent on this type of restorative dental procedure.

Dental implants are the most durable, long-term solution – the average dental bridge will only last between 5 and 7 years, but you will eventually have to replace them. This is not the case with dental implants and although they may have to be periodically adjusted, they can last you a lifetime provided they are cared for properly and placed in your mouth correctly.

No other prosthetic looks as natural – compared to bridges and dentures, dental implants look more like healthy, natural teeth. In addition to being the ideal alternative for restoring your smile, dental implants feel, fit, function, and look like your natural teeth. Plus they are extremely stable and strong. Unlike other dental prosthetics, implants help to prevent jaw bone deterioration and will not interfere with eating, smiling, and speaking.

Prevent the deterioration or loss of jaw bone structure – the empty spaces created by missing teeth can lead to a number of physical issues, the most important of which is the deterioration or loss of jaw bone mass. Furthermore, dental implants are the only restorative procedure that helps to stimulate the growth of new bone, preserves the existing jaw bone structure, and prevents the further loss of jaw bone mass.

Restore your smile and retain the natural shape of your face – having dental implants insures that your face will not sag and look sunken in appearance like it does when you have teeth missing. Not only that but having dental implants will help you to avoid looking older than your actual age which is what happens when there are teeth missing.

Results are easier to predict unlike other restorative procedures – dental implants have a positive track record for being reliable and providing a successful, long-term solution to broken and/or missing teeth. In other words, the outcomes of these procedures are more predictable than what is experienced with bridgework and other removable prosthetics.

You won’t ever have to worry about your teeth again – there’s no need to be embarrassed about your smile, no need to feel uncomfortable about your appearance, and no reason to hide at home because of broken or missing teeth. Dental implants will never limit how much fun you can have. Most importantly, they will enable you to live your life the way you want to.