Dental implants are an artificial tooth root that is placed in your jaw bone. Once it is inserted, it holds a replacement tooth or dentures.
There are three factors that every dentist look for in a patient that is considering dental implants, including:
Good oral healthAmple quality bone as the implant is inserted in your jaw boneGood general health
How do You Determine if You Need Implants?
Missing teeth
Do you have missing teeth? Do you feel like you need to replace them? Dental implants are ideal for replacing missing teeth. They look natural and last a lifetime. Unlike other tooth loss solutions, they don't require regular dental attention for adjustment or replacement.
Dentures don't fit anymore
Do you have dentures that don’t fit properly? Are you tired of occasionally going to the dentist for adjustment and fitting? Dental implants may be the solution to your problem. They are more secure and don’t require adjustments. Discuss with your dentist the pros and cons of the change from dentures to dental implants.
Jawbone deterioration
If you have had missing teeth for a while, your jawbone begins to deteriorate. To prevent further deterioration, replacing the missing teeth with dental implants is the safer solution. Implants are inserted in the jawbone, which helps stop any further recession. They also prevent bone loss.
Sinking face
If your face is taking a cave-in appearance, it might be time to get your missing tooth replaced by using dental implants. Sunken skin occurs due to bone loss from the missing teeth. It also occurs in patients with dentures. If this happens, maybe it is time to get the dental implants.
However, not everyone is qualified to get dental implants, including pregnant women, children under the age of 18. heavy smokers and people with chronic diseases.
However, before you rule out the possibility of not getting dental implants, consult your dentist. Next Smile™ Brisbane’s dentists will provide advice and guide you through the dental implant procedure and suitability. Visit our website or contact us for more information.