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Tooth loss can happen for any number of reasons, whether that is untreated periodontal disease, a traumatic accident, or just dental neglect. Dental implants offer an effective way to restore your smile, providing a second chance at full oral health. One of the many benefits of dental implant placement is that it does not only restore the aesthetics of your smile. Dental implants have a significant impact on the health of your smile, and can affect the health of your body overall.
Dental Implants Support Your Jawbone
First, dental implants promote the health of your jawbone. This is crucial to your health overall, as your jawbone density has a direct effect on the integrity of your teeth and gums.
Your jawbone requires ongoing stimulation from a tooth root. When you lose a tooth, you also lose that stimulation, which can cause the jawbone to atrophy and shrink. As the jawbone shrinks, the teeth shift out of alignment and become crowded.
Crowded, misaligned teeth are harder to keep clean, leading to tooth decay and gum disease. Meanwhile, gum disease has been linked to several systemic health concerns, including diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and Alzheimer’s.
Dental implants actually replace your missing tooth roots, providing your jawbone with the active stimulation required to avoid shrinking. When implants are placed promptly, you can generally avoid bone loss, and many of these other risk factors.
Dental Implants Protect Your Teeth
It is also worth noting that dental implants can be placed without the need to have any healthy teeth extracted, sanded, or shaved to support a new dental prosthesis. This is not true of bridges and partial dentures, which typically do require a compromise to the health of your existing teeth. Dental implants can restore your smile and preserve your natural oral health.
Learn More About the Benefits of Dental Implants
Losing a tooth can be frustrating, compromising your ability to bite, chew, or smile with confidence. Thankfully, dental implants provide an effective way to regain form and function, all while preserving your overall health. MOSAIC is a leading provider of dental implants with a patient-first approach. Learn more about dental implants and our approach to the procedure on our website.
