You may be unsure if it is worth replacing a missing tooth, particularly if it is in the back of the mouth.
Yes, it is vital for your oral health to replace any missing teeth. The loss of teeth can lead to bone loss, jaw pain, or even shifts in your other teeth. It is important that you choose the right replacement option for your missing tooth. While there are many options for tooth replacement, dental implant are the best option for many.
These are the top five dental benefits.
1. Dental Implants are Permanent
Dental implants can last a lifetime if they are properly cared for (with regular check-ups, proper hygiene). While dentures and bridges can last for a very long time, they will eventually need replacing.
Although dental implants can be more costly than dentures or dental bridges, they are much less expensive than dentures and will last for a lifetime, which will save you money.
2. Other teeth are not affected
There is no need to harm adjacent teeth when using dental implants. The dentist will need to crown the teeth adjacent to the missing tooth with a dental implant. If the teeth are healthy, crowns can be placed on those teeth. Dental implants only focus on the missing tooth.
3. Lower upkeep
You still have to care for dental implants and crown restorations, even though they aren’t “real” teeth. Dental implants are more maintenance-intensive than other options for tooth replacement. Dental implants are simpler to maintain than bridges or dentures and require fewer visits to the dentist.
4. Natural Appearance
Implants look very natural and are almost the same as your natural teeth. Your dental implant would look almost exactly like your natural tooth if someone saw it. Implants do not alter your smile. The restorations can match the color of your teeth, so you can feel confident.
5. It functions like a normal tooth
Implants can do almost everything a real tooth can. Dental implants can be removed before you go to bed. Dentures can also fall out, so you will need to take them out. Nonetheless, they are permanent and can be cared for just like any other tooth. There are no restrictions on what you can eat with dental implants. You can live your life happily without worrying about your implants breaking.