Are you wondering if dental implants are the right tooth replacement option for your smile?
Are you wondering if dental implants are the right tooth replacement option for your smile? If so, it’s time to schedule a consultation with one of our dental implant dentists in Plymouth, MI. They’d be more than happy to shed some light on why people love dental implants and prefer them over dentures.
Here are the most frequently asked questions we get about the dental implant procedure.
Do Dental Implants Permanently Replace Teeth?
One of the benefits of dental implants is that they are a permanent tooth replacement option. In fact, your dental implant can last a lifetime with proper care. This means that you’ll be responsible for maintaining good oral hygiene at home and seeing one of our dentists for routine preventive care.
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Can I Really Say Goodbye to Dentures?
Say goodbye to uncomfortable dentures that slip and say hello to dental implants! Unlike dentures, tooth implants are fixed and stable. This means that you’ll never have to worry about your prosthetic teeth shifting out of place. Instead, you’ll be able to eat, talk, smile, and laugh with total confidence.
Will Dental Implants Restore My Confidence?
It’s not uncommon for people who have experienced tooth loss to hide their smiles. Whether you smile with your lips closed or cover your mouth when you laugh, these are just a few ways in which missing teeth can affect your confidence in the long run.
What’s great about dental implants is that they look and feel like natural teeth. That way, you’ll never have to feel self-conscious about your smile ever again!
How Will Dental Implants Improve My Speech?
Slipping dentures can make it difficult to speak clearly. The good news is that is a permanent and stable tooth replacement option. Since dental implants function like natural teeth, you’ll be able to speak with ease. No more mumbling or trying to discreetly move slipping dentures back into place!
Will I Be Able to Enjoy Eating Again?
Did you know that you have taste buds on the roof of your mouth? This means that if you’re wearing an upper denture, you may not be able to taste your food as much as you did before. Likewise, it can be hard to enjoy your favorite foods when your dentures are slipping. If this describes your current situation, consider making the switch to dental implants.
Can Dental Implants Prevent Future Tooth Loss?
Once you lose one tooth, your risk for future tooth loss increases. That’s why we recommend scheduling an appointment with one of our offices as soon as you experience tooth loss. The sooner we’re able to act, the sooner we can prevent future tooth loss. Compared to your other tooth replacement options, a is the most long-lasting and natural-looking solution.
Who is a Candidate for Dental Implant Treatment?
In general, most patients who have experienced tooth loss are candidates for dental implant treatment. In order for the dental implants to be placed in the jaw, you’ll need to have sufficient bone density. This will provide a strong and stable foundation for the implant, abutment, and crown.
If you lack sufficient bone density, we may suggest a bone graft to build up the jaw before dental implant placement. During your consultation, our dental implant dentists will evaluate your oral health and recommend a course of action to improve the health, function, and appearance of your smile.
To qualify for dental implant surgery, it’s also best if you practice good oral hygiene and are a non smoker.
Does the Dental Implant Procedure Hurt?
Many patients are surprised to learn that the dental implant procedure typically involves minimal discomfort. During the surgery, local anesthesia is used to completely numb the area, so you shouldn’t feel pain while the implant is being placed.
After the procedure, mild soreness is normal but can usually be managed with over-the-counter pain relievers. Most patients report that recovering from a dental implant is easier than they expected and often compare it to the feeling of a routine tooth extraction.
Schedule a Dental Implant Consultation
Our , are accepting new patients. Call Morse Dental Group to schedule a consultation and learn if you’re a candidate for the dental implant procedure. You may also fill out our online contact form and someone from our team will reach out to you soon.
This blog post has been updated.