Benefits of Dental Implants
In general, a patient’s teeth replacement options boil down to those that are supported by implants and traditional, nonsurgical options. While some cases may be better served by the latter option, our dentist more frequently recommends the former. Dental implants offer several benefits to the patients that receive them.
Superior Stability
Whether discussing the failing health of teeth supporting a bridge or the slippery nature of a traditional full denture, restorations without implants are less likely to stay stable.
An unstable restoration presents several different challenges for a patient. First, if the prosthetic teeth have trouble staying in one place, they will not provide the bite force necessary to chew through tough foods. This reality often forces denture wearers to restrict their diet.
Second, the friction caused by sliding out of place can lead to sores and increase the risk of gum infection.
Third, having teeth that can fall out or shift at any time makes it difficult to feel confident with your new teeth.
By using implant-supported dentures, your new smile is too stable to experience these negative consequences. You can chew almost any food you want, your gums remain healthy and comfortable, and you feel more self-assured with teeth that look and feel amazing.
Comprehensive Health
Dental implants, at their core, are titanium posts that fuse to the jawbone. In addition to providing superior support for your new teeth, this relationship makes them more beneficial to your oral health.
Your jaw loses volume naturally as you age. When you lose a tooth, this process accelerates to an unhealthy rate. This condition leads to a sunken facial appearance, an increased likelihood of further tooth loss, and a greater risk of systemic health conditions.
Traditional bridges, partials, and dentures do not address the shrinking of the jaw, but implant-supported restorations do. Giving the jaw an implant is the same as providing a new supporting root, preventing the jaw from shrinking too quickly.
Contact Us for Restorative Dentistry in Crossville
Crossville Dentistry offers several different dental restorations to its patients, including dental implants. With this course of care, Dr. Hubbell Williams and his staff help Crossville and all surrounding communities maintain healthy smiles. To find out if implants are right for you, call us and schedule an appointment today.