Dental implants are an effective way to replace missing teeth.
When teeth are lost because of disease or an accident, dental implants may be a good option.
People may want to choose dental implants if they hide their smile because they have missing teeth, wear dentures that are uncomfortable, are dissatisfied with their removable partial dentures or want to keep their other teeth intact.
Many people choose implants to replace a single tooth or several teeth, or to support a full set of dentures.
Implants are posts that are surgically placed into the upper or lower jawbone and replace the root of one or more missing teeth.
The benefits of dental implants are:
– They offer firm support to man-made teeth. Dentures, bridges or single teeth attached to the implants won’t slip or shift in the mouth which is a very important benefit when eating and speaking;
– Their secure fit also helps man-made teeth feel more natural than typical bridges or dentures;
– Some people may find implant-supported dentures more comfortable than dentures that do not use implants;
– Where teeth are missing, dental implants also help keep the jawbone from shrinking.
There are a few kinds of implants available and treatment can take only one day or a few sittings.
This may be a good option for those who are in good general health and whose jaw can support an implant.
Book an appointment at Norlane Dental Surgery to discuss options by calling 1800 246 247 or for more information visit www.NorlaneDental.com.au.
