Why Should you Consider Dental Implants?

If you are one of the millions of people who have one or more missing teeth, chances are that you have thought about what your options are. At OC Lakes Dental, we offer dental implants among other options for the Irvine, CA area. 

 

Benefits of Dental Implants 

• They Act Like Your Natural Teeth 

A huge advantage of dental implants is that it restores your complete chewing power. 

The majority of patients aren’t able to tell which are their real teeth and which is the 

implant. They are able to eat totally normally, and they can floss and brush it normally too. 

• They Can Last for Decades 

When you compare them with dental bridges, which might only last around 10 years, they can last for decades. Dental implants are made of titanium and will integrate with your jawbone. They are biocompatible, which means they aren’t toxic and won’t be rejected by your body. 

• They Prevent Bone Loss 

Bone loss happens in your jaw when there aren’t any tooth roots that keep your 

jawbone stimulated. This makes the jawbone deteriorate. If you don’t get an implant 

within the first year of losing your tooth, your jawbone will lose 25% of the volume. The sooner you get a dental implant, the better. 

• They Keep Your Adjacent Teeth Stabilized 

When you have a gap in your teeth, it can cause your other teeth to shift crookedly to the gap. This will pull teeth from their position and could cause you trouble with chewing, your appearance, and your overall bite. It can also make it harder to replace the teeth in the future. Having a bad bite can also lead to headaches, pain and TMJ. 

• They can Prevent Premature Aging & Facial Sagging 

One of the unexpected and unwanted effects of having bone loss due to missing teeth 

is facial sagging. This is where your face’s lower third starts collapsing, which closes the gap between the tip of your nose and your chin. This can cause wrinkles around your mouth, thinning lips and a chin that is more pointed. This will make you look much older. 
 

As you can see, there are many benefits of choosing dental implants. If you are looking for dental implant dentistry at Irvine, CA, why not call us and we can show you what we can do for you? We are happy to talk to you and answer your questions so that you are comfortable and confident about the decision that you are making. There is no obligation, and we are happy to have you come in for a consultation. 

If you have lost teeth over the years and you want to get your confidence back, call OC Lakes Dental today at (949) 356-7860. We are happy to help you.