Dental implants have a well-earned reputation as the best form of tooth replacement. They are functional, strong, and reliable! But their benefits go even further than that. They have the potential to increase your confidence and support your mental health. How can they accomplish that? This blog post lists five ways.
Regain a Healthy, Attractive Smile
Have you ever seen a person smile and known right away that some (or all) of their teeth were artificial? Dental implants do not come with that problem. The vast majority of people will not even begin to think that you suffered from tooth loss. That is because dental implant restorations are carefully crafted to resemble natural teeth. They are also anchored in the jawbone, so there may be no gum-colored base that might have an artificial appearance.
Maintain a Youthful Face Shape
After the natural teeth are extracted, a biological process known as resorption begins. Essentially, your body starts to recycle your jawbone because it is no longer being stimulated by your tooth roots. Over time, resorption could make your face look shorter and give the impression that you are always scowling. Dental implants act as prosthetic tooth roots that help to keep your jawbone healthy, strong, and whole.
Eat Anything You Want
Whether you are a passionate foodie or just enjoy going out to eat with friends, dental implants can allow you to eat virtually any food. That includes tough and chewy items that are off-limits with traditional dentures! You may not even have to use any special eating techniques. You will simply be able to dig in and savor every bite.
Speak with Clarity and Ease
Tooth loss can make it challenging to enunciate certain sounds. Because dental implants serve as sturdy tooth replacements, they can allow you to go back to speaking with clarity and ease. Whether you are chatting with friends or trying to make a powerful impression at work, you will not need to worry about how gaps in your smile or a traditional denture might affect the way you communicate.
Enjoy Reliable & Long-Lasting Function
Dental implants are a long-term solution to tooth loss. In fact, they often last for several decades without any major problems! That is in contrast to traditional dentures, which may lose their fit after a year or two. After 5 – 7 year or so, they need to be replaced altogether.
Dental implants may have the power to take your confidence to the next level. Talk to your dentist to learn more about the benefits offered by this remarkable treatment.
Meet the Practice
The specialists and general dentists at Wellesley Dental Group are proud to serve our community. We offer start-to-finish dental implant services in a welcoming environment. If you are curious about this tooth replacement option, we would be pleased to answer your questions. Get in touch with our office at 781-691-4914.