Are dental implants the right choice for you?
Dental implants are one of contemporary dentistry’s greatest achievements and it is now the leading treatment for patients who have broken or missing teeth. Dental implants are titanium posts which are surgically positioned in the jawbone beneath the gum line and act as tooth roots allowing your dentist to mount artificial teeth or a bridge above them. Not only do they help people regain confidence in their smile, but also improve their ability to eat and speak normally. More importantly, dental implants are connected with the jaw bone and encourage the growth of bone, thus preserving gum tissue and making them a much more attractive option than conventional bridges or dentures.
Whether you are looking to replace one or more teeth in Herefordshire, dental implants at Warrendale Dental Care have helped many patients restore their smile, regain their confidence and the full functionality of their teeth. However, implants might not be the right choice for everyone.
As a general rule, if you are considering dental implants in Herefordshire, you must have healthy gums and enough bone to support the implant. This is because the implants have to fuse with the natural bone in your jaw line and stay secure in place straight after the surgery. In this initial stage, the patient has to be careful about eating and maintaining an adequate dental hygiene. This is not to say that patients with low bone density cannot opt for implants. They are however more likely to have several treatments before the operation (i.e. bone grafting) in order to ensure that the implants will be accepted to the bone.
On the other hand, smokers, patients who suffer from advanced gum disease, diabetes, and heart problems might experience lower rates of success. Nonetheless, not all cases are the same. At Warrendale Dental Care our dentists will evaluate carefully every patient by looking into their general health in order to decide whether dental implants are the optimal solution. If you think you are eligible for dental implants in Herefordshire, you should arrange an appointment as soon as possible with one of our experienced dentists at Warrendale Dental Care in Herefordshire.