Your dentist may suggest dental implants as a solution for tooth loss. More than just restoring your confidence and improving the appearance and condition of your teeth, implants also offer several other benefits. Here are four to keep in mind.

Why Should You Get Dental Implants?

1. Act Like Real Teeth

An implant is essentially a replacement for your natural tooth. It features a life-like crown and is supported by a titanium root. This provides the structure and support it needs to behave like a real tooth. In addition to an authentic appearance, an implant allows you to chew, brush, and floss as you would with regular teeth.

2. Minimize Bone Loss

Missing teeth can harm your jaw in the long term. Because there’s no natural stimulation on the surface, the jawbone will lose integrity in that area. That deterioration will continue unless treated.

While there are other options, such as dentures, only an implant includes a replacement for both the root and the tooth. That recreates the stimulation that your bone needs to grow.

3. Prevent Gum Disease

Gingivitis, or gum disease, is a painful condition that causes inflammation. It can lead to bleeding when you brush your teeth. Over time, it can also cause more significant issues, like decay and tooth loss.

When there’s no tooth, the culprits responsible for gum disease, including bacteria and food particles, can easily become lodged in the gums. That can accelerate disease formation and contribute to greater discomfort.

4. Stabilize Your Teeth

Much like what happens when teeth crowd together, a space in the mouth can cause shifting of nearby teeth. That could impact everything from the appearance of your smile to your ability to eat comfortably. Filling the gap will eliminate this problem so that all teeth in your mouth enjoy stability.

Patients throughout Naugatuck, CT, trust in the dental care services provided by Brian Perelmuter, DMD, P.C. The dentist and his staff are proud to offer caring, compassionate, and experienced service, including implants, tooth whitening, extraction, and treatment for gum disease. Visit their website for more information or call (203) 729-3323 to schedule an appointment.