5 Signs You May Benefit From Dental Implants
1. Missing Teeth
Missing teeth impact your ability to chew, negatively affecting other teeth. Depending on the location, missing teeth can also impact speech. Many patients also feel self-conscious about missing teeth, so they avoid smiling and being as social as they would like. An implant can correct these issues permanently.
2. Loose, Chipped, or Broken Teeth
In many cases, teeth that have become loose, chipped, or broken may be able to be saved through restorative treatment. However, some teeth are beyond repair and are best replaced with a custom-fitted dental implant. This can help eliminate pain, discomfort, and future tooth loss.
3. Tooth Decay and Gum Disease
Gum disease is far more common than many people realize. According to the National Institute of Health, nearly half of all people over 30 years old experience some level of periodontal disease. Patients whose oral health has suffered from missing teeth can include dental implants as part of their treatment plan — this can help lower the risk of future complications after receiving care.
4. Bone Loss
Biting and chewing provide stimulation to the jawbone. When you lose teeth, the lack of stimulation can cause the jawbone to deteriorate through a process called resorption. A dental implant is the only form of tooth replacement that can prevent future jawbone loss.
5. Poorly Fitting Dentures
It’s not unusual for our community members to find dentures uncomfortable. When they become loose, rubbing on your gums can cause inflammation. They also make eating something of a challenge. By contrast, dental implants are a permanent solution that provides firm comfort.
Schedule a Dental Implant Restoration in Loris, SC.
Carolina Dental Health provides dental implant restorations and other cosmetic solutions throughout Loris and surrounding areas in South Carolina. among other oral care solutions. Please call our office at 843-756-2273 or contact us online to arrange a consultation.
