3 Reasons to Get a Dental Implant
Dental implants are a wonderful artificial solution to replacing a missing tooth. With a dental implant, you gain a tooth that not only looks real but also feels and functions real.
One of the biggest questions we get at Sterling Dental Center is why choose a dental implant. There are three reasons we would recommend a dental implant for anyone who is missing a tooth, regardless of the reason that tooth is missing.
1 – Durability
Dental implants, compared to other options, last the longest when they are properly maintained. Dental bridges or dentures have a lifespan of about 5-10 years, while a dental implant can last for decades. Because you won’t need to replace it as often, it also ends up being a more cost-effective option.
2 – A healthy mouth
One of the biggest issues people with a missing tooth or teeth face is the potential for other things to happen within your mouth. Having holes in your mouth can lead to jawbone deterioration. One of the best things about dental implants is that they actually help encourage bone growth. When they are done immediately following tooth loss, they can even prevent additional bone loss.
While other options, bridges and dentures, require a filing down of the surrounding teeth, with dental implants you keep your surrounding teeth intact. If dental implants are an option for you, you won’t lose any function with your other teeth.
3 – Gain confidence
We know that when you are missing a tooth or even teeth, your confidence can be much lower than usual. Maybe you smile differently or don’t smile at all. That’s no way to go through life! With a dental implant, you will have a tooth that feels so natural you won’t even notice it. You can restore your smile.
Dental implants do not affect your speech or how you eat. You can do all the things you normally do without a second thought. Brush and floss like usual, eat like usual. But most importantly, restore your natural beautiful smile.
If you’re looking for a dentist around your area, at Sterling Dental Center , we know the affect that a missing tooth or teeth can have on your health and your confidence. Before things get worse, call us today to discuss our dental implant options!
