Dental implants help you replace missing teeth in your mouth. They not only further your oral health but can also improve your appearance. With proper care, you will have an entirely new smile that can last a lifetime. When you see an oral surgeon, you will learn more about the many benefits of dental implants. This is something that you should not delay.
You Will Have a New Smile
Your smile is your symbol of confidence that you show the world. If you are missing one or more teeth, you may be hesitant to smile. Dental implants will help you mimic the look and feel of having a full set of teeth in your mouth. The only part of the implant that will be visible is the crown, which is specifically designed to resemble one of your natural teeth. When you smile, nobody will be able to tell that you have a dental implant in your mouth.
The Crown Will Be Customized for Your Mouth
The crown is not a one-size-fits-all implement in your mouth. The crown will be customized to specifically fit your mouth. It should blend in naturally with the teeth that are in the surrounding area. Before the procedure, the surgeon would perform a comprehensive examination, so the crown can be custom fit.
Your Jaw Bone Can Be Protected From Deterioration
If you do not have a dental implant, and you have a gap where your tooth used to be, you may also experience negative aesthetic effects in your mouth. Tooth loss can lead to deterioration of your jaw bone. Your facial structure will be supported by the implant, and your jaw bone will be preserved. Your face would avoid having a sunken and depressed appearance, as often happens when you are missing teeth. Dental implants may take years off of your appearance because people who are missing teeth would invariably look older.
You do not want your smile riddled with cracks or gaps. Bridges or dentures may not be enough to repair your appearance. They may not be completely natural, and people may be able to tell that you have them in your mouth. There is no such worry with dental implants.
The Surgeon Can Address Other Issues That Affect Your Appearance
The surgeon may even take advantage of the opportunity to fix issues that you previously had with your teeth. For example, if you had gaps between your teeth, the surgeon can place the new implants to reduce the space between them.
A surgeon may also be able to do various other things to improve your appearance at the same time as they perform the implant procedure. For example, you may have receding gums in your mouth. A surgeon can perform a gum revision procedure that restores some of what you lost. This is an extra step in the process, but one you may opt for to completely restore your appearance.
Contact a South Jersey Oral Surgeon at Lanzi Burke Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons
To learn more about the benefits of dental implants, reach out to a South Jersey oral surgeon at Lanzi Burke Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons. We will perform a comprehensive evaluation of your mouth and help you learn more about your options. You can schedule a consultation by calling us at 856-582-4222 or using our online contact form. We have offices in Washington Township, Haddonfield, and Woolwich Township, New Jersey, and we serve clients in South Jersey.