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For patients who are missing one or more teeth, dentist James Julien, DDS, in Kenai, AK, strongly recommends dental implants. Implants are the most advanced option available for replacing lost teeth and offer many benefits regarding looks, convenience, and health. Below, Dr. Julien lists the five most important advantages of dental implants that set them apart from other tooth replacement options.

Why You Should Opt for Dental Implants

1. Permanence

The post of a dental implant is designed to fuse permanently with your jawbone, providing a foundation for a long-lasting replacement tooth. As long as you care for it correctly, a fully integrated implant is permanent.

2. Stability

Thanks to the implant's integration with your bone structure, it is solid and immovable. This benefit is essential for patients who worry about their dental prosthetics wobbling or coming loose.

3. Aesthetics

Once your dental implant is in place and topped with a permanent crown, it is indistinguishable from a natural tooth. Only you and your dentist will know the difference, so you can smile with confidence.

4. Bone Health

dental implantWhen you lose a tooth, the bone in the area is no longer stimulated by the tooth roots and immediately begins to deteriorate. A dental implant is the only tooth replacement option that provides stimulation to the jawbone and halts the process of bone resorption.

5. Smile Preservation

A serious health problem caused by lost teeth is that other teeth shift to fill in the gap. This endangers your smile and can lead to further tooth loss. By filling the gap with an implant, you protect the rest of your bite.

If you need to replace a missing tooth, a dental implant is the best option for your long-term dental care. James Julien, DDS, provides this service to patients throughout the Kenai Peninsula Borough. To schedule an initial consultation for an implant, call (907) 283-4857 or get in touch online.

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