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It may seem that losing one or two teeth, especially the back ones, is a minor problem. When patients learn that a back tooth needs extraction, their reaction is often surprisingly composed - after all, the gap will not be visible to others, and our self-esteem may remain intact. While at Nova Dental, we encourage a relaxed atmosphere knowing that the dental industry provides remarkable solutions to virtually all oral health concerns, but having a gap after a pulled or knocked-out tooth is certainly not one of them. Missing teeth can have countless consequences if not addressed properly and promptly, leading to malocclusion and speech defects, loosening of adjacent teeth, and even collapse of the cheeks. A lost tooth weakens our chewing functions significantly, and the remaining teeth become heavily overloaded and exposed to abrasion or even loss.
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Many patients associate missing teeth mainly with an aesthetic problem. The gap between teeth can take away our confidence - we feel less attractive and avoid smiling or laughing. While a complete set of healthy teeth is undoubtedly our business card, only a few people can boast of having all thirty-two teeth. The only missing teeth you should have are your wisdom teeth, which tend to grow misaligned since they rarely fit in our modern jaws and often need to be pulled out to avoid further problems. The dental industry and the widespread awareness of the importance of oral health are certainly on the rise, but the average American is still missing teeth despite the groundbreaking advancements in dentistry.
Some of our permanent teeth are already forming in utero and are most prone to decay if not taken care of properly. Because of how early they erupt, first molars are quite “weak” and most at risk of caries without insufficient oral hygiene in childhood. Even the loss of one tooth can cause other teeth to move in search of contact to close the gap. This misalignment can lead to malocclusions and even speech impediments, such as a lisp. If the natural alignment of teeth is disturbed, the remaining healthy teeth become overloaded, working overtime, which can result in their abrasion, cracking, and even crumbling. Keep in mind that moving teeth can be accompanied by similar discomfort as a sensation experienced by people wearing braces.
Patients should know that the absence of even one tooth can overload the remaining ones - both adjacent and opposing teeth. Over months or years, this leads to tooth displacement, referred to in the literature as the Popov-Godon phenomenon, which results in disorders in the functioning of the temporomandibular joints. Missing teeth also adversely affect the aesthetics of your face, mainly the contour of your cheeks and lips. Properly restored teeth give the face a younger and more attractive appearance.
Before diving into the benefits of premium dental implants Nova Dental offers its patients, let’s dissect the subject to help you understand what dental implants are and how they work.
The dental implant is a small, sterile titanium screw that is implanted (inserted) into the patient’s jawbone. Due to the extraordinary biocompatibility of titanium, osseointegration, that is, the fusion process of bone tissue with the implant, usually occurs without rejection or significant complications. After the regeneration process, your dental implant can perform a similar function as a tooth root, and a prosthetic work can be attached to it, which reconstructs the part of the tooth visible in the mouth - the dental crown.
Dental implants are the most modern and currently the most effective method for treating all kinds of missing teeth. This innovative solution is becoming more and more popular due to its numerous advantages. Let’s take a closer look at the benefits of dental implant treatment.
Improved Comfort and Quality Of Life
Dental implants are life-changing. Patients who have successfully undergone the dental implant procedure very often emphasize that the quality of their everyday functioning has improved significantly. They no longer have to worry about a mismatched denture falling out of the mouth at an unexpected moment because crowns on implants are fixed in the mouth permanently. People who have restored their smiles by treating single gaps with dental implants treat their new artificial teeth as part of the natural oral pack. In addition, the awareness of having a beautiful smile enormously increases self-esteem, confidence, and a sense of comfort, especially in social situations.
Functionality
The biggest benefit of choosing dental implants at Nova Dental is the dramatic improvement in oral function. After rebuilding the teeth with prosthetic works on implants, patients can again thoroughly chew all types of food and enjoy the taste of their favorite dishes once more - a prosthesis on implants does not have a palatal part, unlike acrylic ones, allowing you to experience a full taste sensation. In addition, replacing missing teeth with implants, in many cases, allows for the correct pronunciation of all sounds. In contrast, missing teeth or the use of a mismatched removable denture may cause loss of proper speech, lisp, and other impairments.
Enhanced Facial Aesthetics
The reconstruction of lost teeth on dental implants significantly translates into the aesthetics of your smile, which adds glow and allure to your face. In addition, the use of implant treatment in people with toothlessness or extensive tooth loss can even affect the shape of their face and its proportions. Loss of teeth makes the jaw go backward, and the lower part of the face shortens - as a result, the patient looks much older than they really are. To regain your youthful appearance, consider treatment with dental implants at Nova Dental, where we take all of your concerns seriously, from oral health issues to the ones involving your mental wellbeing and aesthetics.
Minimizing the Risk of Bone Loss
After the loss of a tooth, the process of bone tissue atrophy begins. It is caused by the lack of natural load on the bones. Its consequences include facial aesthetics disorders, shifting of the remaining teeth, orthodontic defects, and even problems with occlusion. Dental implants are currently the only solution that minimizes the process of bone loss and maintains tissues in proper condition.
The decision to start implant treatment can turn your life around, providing a significant improvement in the quality of your life. Choose modern implants and invest in your health and well-being for many years, if not for lifetime. To see if dental implants are the right method for you, we invite you for a consultation with Dr. Guldalian, our expert dentist. Make an appointment today by calling our dental practice or filling out the contact form. Regain your smile today!