Should you get dental implants?
If you wear dentures that you find uncomfortable, or you lack confidence because you have visible missing teeth, or you simply want a tooth replacement that’s more stable and looks more natural than the one you have at the moment, then it’s highly likely that you would benefit from dental implants. Dental implants are specifically designed to blend in with your natural teeth; they’re becoming increasingly popular in the world of dentistry and can provide a whole host of benefits.
What’s so great about dental implants?
Warrendale Dental Care says that their patients that receive dental implants in Hertfordshire receive a much higher amount of comfort than those who have other tooth replacement alternatives, such as fixed bridges or dentures. As the implant is fixed in place, it can not move about, causing pain or annoyance. Unlike fixed bridges, Hertfordshire dental implants are self-supporting, this means that they do not rely on the teeth either side of the implant to support the tooth in any way. This is good news as it ensures that no unnecessary damage will come to the adjacent teeth. Dental implants are extremely durable and if cared for and maintained correctly over the years, they shouldn’t cause any problems.
How they work
Dental implants are made up of titanium metal posts. The patient has the implants inserted under a local anesthetic, it’s a fairly simple procedure and post-surgery infection is low risk. Once the implant is in place, it is left for 3 to 6 months so it can heal and fully fuse to the jawbone. Once the dental implant is fully stable, a customised dental crown will be added to complete the process. Dental implants in Hertfordshire are available to the majority of people, however, sometimes when a tooth has been missing for a while, the bone that used to hold it in position can shrink. If this is the case, there may not be enough strong bone available for your dental implant. However, there is a bone regenerating procedure that your dentist may be able to use to enable you to receive the dental implant.