Time to Consider Dental Implants?

Do you feel insecure when smiling or talking to others due to a missing tooth? Or are you afraid your dentures might fall off while speaking? If yes, then it is high time for you to consider dental implants and regain your confidence!

What Are Dental Implants?

Dental implants are replacement tooth roots that look and function exactly like your natural teeth. It improves your appearance, speech, and self-esteem. It is the most reliable solution when compared to other restorative solutions. 

Signs You Need Dental Implants:

Missing Teeth

As per the National Library of Medicine, more than 35 million Americans have lost their teeth, and 178 million are missing at least one tooth. A missing tooth can lead to insecurity and loss of confidence while interacting with others. Dental implants help to fill the gaps caused by missing teeth. 

Broken or Cracked Tooth 

Cracked, chipped, and broken teeth are not just unappealing but also problematic to repair with standard dental cosmetic procedures. Even if you repair a chipped tooth with cosmetic procedures, there is a high chance that you’ll have to deal with the issue again in the future. 

With dental implants, you don’t have to worry about dealing with them again. Once the broken tooth is removed, a dental implant is installed in its place to function like a natural tooth. 

Dentures Are Not Working

In the past, dentures and bridgeworks were the only available restorative solutions for people with missing teeth. Now we have dental implants that are easy to care for, and also the most reliable option. 

Dentures need constant maintenance. They also cause discomfort when they slip while talking in public. Dentures that do not fit properly irritate the gums resulting in pains, sores, and sometimes infection. 

Tooth Sensitivity

Tooth sensitivity is when you feel discomfort or pain while eating or drinking substances at certain temperatures. You will likely experience pain and irritation in your teeth and gums. Dental implants will help you to savor all the delicacies you wish to enjoy. 

Infected Tooth

Untreated dental infections cause strokes, heart attacks, or other medical issues. It is important to protect the overall health of your body. Dental implants can save you from the pain and irritation caused by dental infections. 

Call Mission Creek Family Dentistry, 9460 Cuyamaca St #101, Santee, CA 92071 at (619) 596-1128 or schedule an appointment online to consult our dentist about dental implants.