Do you have a void in your life? Does it happen to be in your mouth? Well, Hudec Dental has some answers for you!
Missing teeth due to tooth decay or an accident can be an annoyance, but in some cases, it can also be a health hazard. In fact, you lose about 10 percent of your ability to chew with every tooth you lose (with the exception of your wisdom teeth). In addition, teeth will often move to “replace” a missing tooth, which can eventually expose roots or even bones that would normally be covered by gums. You can avoid all of this unpleasantness by replacing your missing teeth with dental implants.
Tooth Replacement: Dental Implants
Many people assume that if they want to replace teeth, they need to get full or partial dentures. This is not true! Dental implants can be a great solution if you need just one or a few teeth replaced. In fact, dental implants are often more stable than full or partial dentures. This is because getting dental implants is a lot like replacing your tooth roots.
At Hudec Dental, we place a biocompatible titanium post into the jawbone. This serves as your new “root.” Over time, the bone and post will fuse together and become stable on their own. Then, we can put a crown, bridgework, retaining bars, or a precision attachment on the post. They can also serve as the foundations for removable replacement teeth as well. The surgery is simple and can be an effective solution for years to come.
Benefits of Dental Implants
The reason so many people go with dental implants instead of other tooth replacement options like bridgework or dentures is that this procedure offers a variety of advantages over the alternatives.
- Similarity to natural teeth. Dental implants are one of the most stable choices for a tooth replacement option. They also do not inhibit your regular functioning (smiling, eating, speaking, etc.). The look, feel, and function of a dental implant is remarkably similar to an actual tooth. Over time, you won’t even notice they are there.
- Long-term solution. Once you have the dental implants in place, there are only rare circumstances where you will need to replace or repair them. In many situations, dental implants will last a lifetime, although it is possible they will need some adjustments. Bridges often wear out in five to seven years and then need to be replaced.
- No removal or extra care needed. Removable dentures are a hassle. They must be removed and glued down, which isn’t always convenient. Dental implants let you avoid the embarrassment of “losing your teeth” or dealing with dentures that slip or move while you talk or eat. You simply care for your dental implant like you do for the rest of your teeth.
Dental implants have close to a 98 percent success rate. Learn more by calling Hudec Dental at 216-661-8888 to schedule an appointment with our oral surgeon, Dr. Gary Schween. We can help you decide if dental implants are the right solution for you.
For more information, visit www.hudecdental.com/dental-services.
