Missing teeth can cause stress and lead to tooth decay, shifting, and other oral health issues. As you explore solutions, your dentist may recommend dental implants. Here’s why you should choose these custom cosmetic treatments to restore your smile.

What Are Some Advantages of Dental Implants?

1. Natural-Looking

The prosthetic tooth attached to your implant is handcrafted in a dental lab. Technicians shape it to fit perfectly into the empty socket and color it to match adjacent teeth. Patients feel more confident after the procedure and only need to brush, floss, and rinse to keep the prosthetic looking bright.

2. Comfortable

The implant process begins with a mold of the empty socket. Lab technicians consider the socket's size, height, and the tooth’s bite patterns. They then shape the dental implant to match.

The prosthetic fits comfortably and feels natural. It also supports facial structure and keeps the other teeth in your mouth from shifting and crowding.

Preserving the jaw bone also prevents future tooth loss. Many patients find it easier to speak and chew harder foods with an implant than with a missing tooth.

3. Long-Lasting

Implant posts are made of titanium and fixed into the jaw bone to ensure a secure fit that won’t shift from chewing. The prosthetic is often made of porcelain or acrylic and can last over 25 years with proper care. This makes implants the longest-lasting cosmetic dentistry solution.

Cavities and root canal infections can’t form on the prosthetic. However, it can still stain and chip, which is why it requires the same care as your natural teeth.

If you want to explore dental implants further, our team at Valley Family Dentistry welcomes you to book a consultation. Drs. Hassan and Milward lead our Mayfield, NY, practice and offer a variety of cosmetic dentistry solutions, including teeth cleaning and emergency care. Call (518) 661-6405 to schedule a dental exam, or visit our website to learn about our services.