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When you have a missing tooth or missing teeth from your mouth, you may find that it’s very difficult to find a solution that you are happy with.
In years gone by, people were only able to address the aesthetic issues surrounding missing teeth using either dentures or bridges. However, bridges can put pressure on the surrounding teeth to which they are attached. And in some instances, dentures can wobble, meaning that many people who have had these fitted have to give up their favourite foods in lieu of a gap-free smile, which is not ideal.
Luckily, there is a solution available that covers all of these aspects and many more. Dental implants!
When you come to Hawthorn Drive Dental Practice, our dentist in Ipswich will be able to assess your suitability for dental implants and discuss any risks and benefits with you. We have extensive experience in fitting oral implants and can assure you that when you come to us you will receive the highest level of care.
Are there any other advantages to having dental implants fitted over a bridge or set of dentures? In this article, our dentist in Ipswich aims to answer that question by highlighting the key benefits of having oral implants.
They feel natural
As mentioned earlier, some people who have had dentures provided have experienced them wobbling, despite the strongest dental adhesives and best initial fitting, which means that as good as they look aesthetically, they do not feel real to the person wearing them. When you have dental implants fitted by our dentist in Ipswich, they are attached to your jaw through surgery and then fuse over around 3 to 9 months, meaning that when the prosthetic teeth are attached, they will feel more like natural teeth than dentures.
They look natural
Many people have also noticed that when they have oral implants fitted and the associated prosthetics, the teeth look more natural. If you are having a gap filled between some teeth, an oral implant can provide a suitable way to do so without looking out of place or drawing unwanted attention. Our team will aim to ensure that the prosthetic teeth are colour matched to your surrounding teeth if you desire. Or, if you are having an entire set of dentures secured using dental implants, you can go for that Hollywood gleam if you want to! Simply talk to our team and we will aim to match your aesthetic goals.
They are long lasting
Once fitted and fused (and with correct aftercare) oral implants can last over 15 years. All you need to do is treat them as you do your natural teeth; brush them twice a day, floss between them and of course, come and see our team every 6 months for a biannual check-up. This will help to keep problems like gum disease at bay, which can dislodge oral implants.
They restore bone growth
When you have a tooth removed or teeth removed, the surrounding jawbone shrinks back as it is no longer holding anything in place. This can cause orthodontic issues with any surrounding natural teeth. Oral implants are placed into the jaw, and as they fuse, they restore missing
jawbone and stabilise any surrounding natural teeth in the process too.
They prevent secondary issues
If you have many missing teeth, you may be at a higher risk of tooth decay and gum disease, as there will be gaps in your mouth that allow bacteria or plaque to hide. As oral implants permanently fill these gaps, they reduce issues associated with gum disease, tooth decay and orthodontic misalignment.