After teeth extraction, you need a dental prosthetic to fill the space left behind. The most advanced modern option is dental implants, which consist of a false tooth supported by a titanium post that’s surgically inserted into your jaw bone. This is the preferred treatment option because of its numerous benefits, including the following.

Why Should You Choose Dental Implants?

1. Aesthetics

Because a dental implant extends below your gumline the same way your natural tooth roots would, it’s almost indistinguishable from a natural tooth. Only your dentist will know you have implants.

2. Bone Protection

When you bite and chew, the small movements of your teeth travel through the tooth roots and stimulate the underlying bone to keep it healthy. After tooth loss, the bone can begin to deteriorate and recede. Dental implants are the only tooth replacement option that provides stimulation to protect the bone.

3. Tooth Support

After tooth loss, the teeth on either side of the gap are more susceptible to loss and shifting because of the lack of support next to them. Replacing the missing tooth helps stabilize your smile, preventing the teeth from moving or leaning into the empty space.

4. Permanence

After you’ve recovered from the dental surgery to place implants, they are permanent. The titanium post fuses with your bone just as strongly as your natural teeth, and only severe infection or injury can cause it to come loose.

5. Comfort

Unlike other tooth replacement options, there are no brackets, wires, or adhesives keeping your new tooth in place. It feels just like your natural teeth and is completely stable, so you can eat, speak, and smile without worry.

If you're interested in dental implants, make an appointment with Oral Surgery Associates of Alaska. Based in Anchorage, AK, this skilled team offers the latest technology and techniques to provide a high standard of care for all their patients. They cover a variety of oral surgery procedures, including restorative and reconstructive options as well as wisdom tooth removal. To schedule a consultation, call (907) 561-1430 or reach out to the team online.