Using dental implants to replace natural teeth: a guide
Dental implants are the only permanent way your dentist can replace your natural teeth. At Warrendale Dental Care in Herefordshire we can use implants to replace one, some, or all of your teeth, whatever the reason behind their loss. We welcome new patients for dental implant consultations.
What are dental implants?
Dental implants are bionic tooth roots, made out of titanium and placed in direct contact with your jaw bone in a small operation, carried out here at our Herefordshire dental practice. The majority of patients only need local anaesthesia for the placement of implants.
Why should I replace missing teeth?
Even one missing tooth can affect your oral and general health. Gaps in your mouth can make biting and chewing food difficult, which can place limitations on your diet that affect your ability to maintain good nutrition and a healthy diet.
Additional teeth can move out of place and become harder to clean, increasing your risk of decay, gum disease, and ultimately of losing more teeth. Several missing teeth will affect your speech and your self-esteem.
Why are dental implants the best choice?
At our Herefordshire dental practice, we think dental implants are the best solution in many cases. They integrate with your jaw bone and help to prevent bone loss, which can lead to dentures becoming loose. Unlike standard dental bridgework, an implant-retained bridge requires no work on any remaining teeth, ensuring they stay healthy and strong.
My dentures are loose. Will my dental implants do the same?
No. Dental implants are permanently anchored in your jaw bone, and will hold your new teeth in place at all times with no danger of looseness or slippage. At Warrendale Dental Care in Herefordshire, we can use implants to stabilise your dentures, giving you an improved quality of life and a serious boost to your confidence.
Do dental implants require special care?
As with natural teeth, implants and the replacement teeth attached to them can suffer if your oral hygiene is poor. You need to develop a good cleaning routine (your hygienist will help you) and visit your Herefordshire dentist regularly for aftercare.