Tooth loss could lead to trouble with bite function, meal options, and even your overall quality of life. Instead of traditional bridges or a dental prosthetic like a denture, we can offer a more lifelike option. In today’s blog, your Celina, TX, dentist talks about how we place dental implants and secure a full smile again.
The Causes of Tooth Loss
What causes tooth loss to occur? We could lose our teeth to issues like an untreated cavity, or even a dental infection or injury to the face or jaw. The most common factor behind adult tooth loss is periodontitis, the advanced stage of gum disease. Our team will carefully examine your smile to assess the factors behind your lost teeth, as we may need to manage them before we move forward with tooth replacement. Every smile is unique, and we always take a personalized approach to your tooth replacement.
The Dangers of Missing Teeth
What does missing tooth mean for your smile? People with missing teeth may have trouble eating their favorite foods and could be denied essential nutrients as a result. There could be issues with clear speech, or misalignment could develop that alters the health and appearance of your smile. Tooth loss could also mean the gradual weakening of the jaw, which itself means further tooth loss and even an aged appearance. But dental implants can counter these complications and help preserve the youthful features of your face and smile!
Dental Implant Placement
The key to the lifelike nature of a dental implant is the implant portion. This is a titanium post that is biocompatible and bonds with the jaw. There, it acts like a new root and bonds with the jaw, so your new tooth could stay in place for decades to come. Our team can insert one and then complete it with an abutment and crown, so you have a natural looking tooth that can handle daily bite forces. But our team can also offer a complete set of dentures, which are also designed to look natural and ensure proper balance in your bite. Whether we address minor or severe tooth loss, we can offer results that last far longer than a traditional bridge or removable dentures.
If you have any questions about how we replace missing teeth with one or more dental implants, or if you’re ready to take on your lost teeth in 2025, then contact our team today to schedule your first appointment.
Do You Have Questions About Implant Dentistry?
Our team wants to help you enjoy a full smile with lifelike results using advanced and lifelike implant dentistry. To schedule an appointment with Celina Family Dentistry in Celina, TX, call (214) 851-0130.
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