Tooth loss impacts how we eat, limits our speech, and can even alter our appearance. But we can take on these gaps with a solution that looks and functions like natural teeth. In today’s blog, the team at Brighton Family Dental Group talks about replacing missing teeth with dental implants!
The Causes and Dangers of Your Missing Teeth
Tooth loss can occur due to a serious injury to the face or jaw. An untreated cavity or infection could be a factor too, and the most common cause of adult tooth loss is periodontitis, the advanced stage of gum disease. The danger includes a higher risk of misalignment, strain that causes TMJ disorder and bruxism (teeth grinding), and even issues with your meal options and nutritional intake. You could have issues with clear speech too! But even worse, without tooth roots to stimulate jawbone growth, the jawbone can weaken and erode, which leads to further tooth loss and even an older appearance. But we can offer an option that looks natural and preserves your bite with implant dentistry!
Dental Implants
A dental implant is a small post that looks like a tiny screw and is made from biocompatible titanium. When inserted into the jaw, this acts like a new root and stimulates jawbone growth in the process. Which means your new tooth has the ability to last for decades to come, possibly a lifetime! Our team can insert one to provide a replacement for a single missing tooth. If you have a larger gap, one to two could support a bridge. We could also use several to secure a full set of new teeth, a fixed denture. But this is the root portion, what about the part people see when you smile?
Ensuring a Lifelike Appearance
For a single one, we could create a dental crown that looks natural and provides a durable chewing surface. We can attach this to the new root with an abutment. Our team also takes a custom approach to create a bridge or a denture, so it fits comfortably and ensures a balanced bite, as well as a natural appearance. You don’t have to live with tooth loss, we can help you smile with confidence and avoid an aged appearance!
If you have any questions about how we help smiles with implant dentistry, then contact our team today to learn more. A full smile is possible, and we are here to help!
Talk to Brighton Family Dental About Implant Dentistry
Our team is ready to treat missing teeth with an option that can often last a lifetime, so talk to our team about addressing the gaps in your smile. Learn more about replacing missing teeth by calling us at Brighton Family Dental Group in Brighton, MA, today at (617) 562-5210.
