Gilbert area dentist describes the benefits of dental implants over dentures
The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons has reported that of patients between the ages of 35-44 in the United States, 70% of these individuals are missing one or more teeth within their smile. There are a variety of reasons why this may have happened, including poor oral health, extraction, or trauma that resulted in loss. However, experiencing tooth loss doesn’t mean patients in the Gilbert area have to go through their life with a less-than-perfect smile. Nowadays, patients have a wide range of solutions available to them for repairing the appearance and function of the mouth. Dr. Edward Fritz and his New Health Dental team can assist individuals in finding the best solution for their smile which may include dental bridges, dental implants, or dentures. In this article, we will cover the benefits of dental implants over dentures, two commonly used restorations in our facility.
Dental implants are posts made of porcelain that are implanted into the bone of the jaw. When this is done, it helps in stimulating the process of osseointegration, allowing the bone to wrap around the implant and provide stability and strength unsurpassed by any other alternative. The dental implant can then be restored on top with a dental crown to function as a natural tooth. This crown is custom-made to match the existing teeth for seamless integration.
Dentures, on the hand, are made of acrylics and metal frameworks. Partial dentures are fabricated to snap into the dental arch and hold a false tooth in its appropriate place, while full dentures are made to replace an entire arch of missing teeth. Dentures are removable which make them easy to clean and care for.
Dr. Edward Fritz of New Health Dental finds there are several benefits of dental implants over dentures. Dental implants are:
- Long-lasting
- Permanently placed
- Function like natural teeth
- Do not need adjustments over time as the mouth changes
- A better value over time
- Simple to care for
- Stronger and more durable than dentures
Patients who are considering dental implants over dentures are welcome to contact Dr. Edward Fritz and his team of New Health Dental for a consultation appointment.
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