Dental implants are considered the best solution for one or more missing teeth, because they offer a permanent fix and help preserve your natural jawbone structure. The primary benefits of Dental Implants are the superior strength, support, durability, and stability gained by patients of all ages. It is also common for patients to feel more confident as their smile is restored and their mouth is healthy once again.
To hear more about how Implant Dentistry can offer you a permanent solution to one or more missing teeth, watch this video from one of our happy patients, Daniel:
Dental Implants Explained – What are They and How do They Work?
Dental Implants are essentially artificial roots and teeth which are surgically placed into your upper or lower jawbone. The implant itself, which is usually made of titanium, is anchored directly into the bone, on top of which a new tooth (or teeth) are fixed into place.
Once the implant is placed, the new teeth are then secured into place. Dental implants are natural looking and last for a long time. They are strong, stable, and durable, affording you the opportunity to eat whatever foods you enjoy without having to worry about the embarrassing possibility of having non-implant assisted dentures fall out of your mouth. Click here to read more about removable dentures vs implants.
Are You a Good Candidate for Dental Implants?
As noted above, dental implants are the superior choice when replacing one of more missing teeth. If you would like more information about the pros and cons of dentures / implants, you can schedule a consultation with Dr. Saidi During your consultation, we will let you know if you are a good candidate for implants and go over your options with you if another treatment is better for you.
Why Choose Dental Implants? – Look Great, Improve Speech, Enjoy Foods, Self-Confidence, Oral Health, Durable and Convent
There are a number of advantages that permanent, denture assisted implants have over removable dentures. Here are a few of them below:
- Enhanced Appearance – Dental Implants genuinely look and feel like your own natural teeth you were born with. This is because the implant itself is designed to actually fuse with the surrounding bone, hence becoming a permanent part of your jaw structure.
- Improved Speech – With loose or ill-fitting dentures that can possibly slip or move within your mouth, this can sometimes cause you to mumble or slur words. With permanently fixed Dental Implants, that is no longer an issue. Dental implants are more comfortable because they are permanently fixed to your jawbone, there is no slipping or sliding, or breakdown of soft palate materials that can cause irritation
- Enjoy Eating Again – Dentures can make chewing difficult, and even uncomfortable leading to the possibility of not enjoying hard foods like apples or nuts. Dental Implants function like your own teeth, allowing you to eat your favorite foods with total confidence and zero pain or irritability
- Self-Confidence – Not having to place removable dentures in a cleansing solution every night or having to secure them with a paste during the day immediately improves self-confidence and quality of life. Permanent dental implants can bring back your natural smile and help you feel better about your appearance
- Optimal Oral Health – Because dental implants are a fixed permanent solution anchored into the jaw, issues like filing down (reducing) surrounding teeth don’t come into play as with something like a removable dental bridge or denture. Since adjacent teeth are not shaped or reduced to support an implant like they are with a bridge or denture, more of your own teeth are left intact. This contributes to improving long-term oral health, which leads to improved overall health
- Dental Implants Are Durable – Implants are very durable and will last many years with proper maintenance and care. On occasion, they will have to be re-tightened or replaced due to normal wear
- Convenience Is Key – Since dentures are removable, that can sometimes lead to some embarrassing situations. Dental implants on the other hand, eliminate the inconvenience of having to remove dentures and place them in cleaning solution on the nightstand every night. There is no need for daily cleaning, aside from brushing & flossing, or for messy adhesives to keep dentures in place
Contact Us for Info About Dental Implants and Complete Smile Makeovers at Our Langley Office Today
To schedule an appointment for dental implants, or to inquire about a permanent solution to missing teeth, please call us at (604) 539-9374, or email us. Dr. Saidi and our entire dental care team proudly serve Langley and the surrounding communities for over 20 years and counting. We provide comprehensive, cosmetic and preventative dentistry to patients of all ages.