Wondering whether implants are the right choice for you? While often viewed purely as a cosmetic treatment, there are quite a few practical and medical reasons for patients to pick implants over alternative treatments (or no treatment at all).
Practical benefits of dental implants
Easy to care for.
- Easy to care for. Implants are significantly simpler to care for and maintain than other replacements and prosthetics.
Can last forever.
- Can last forever. Quality implants maintained appropriately can last you a lifetime.
Eat normally and naturally.
- Eat normally and naturally. Eating with implants feels natural and familiar.
No cavities.
- No cavities. Implants won’t get cavities, meaning they’re beneficial even if you still have natural teeth.
Aesthetic benefits
Look better than or identical to natural teeth.
- Look better than or identical to natural teeth. Implants are a popular cosmetic surgery for a reason: they look great.
Prevent face sagging.
- Prevent face sagging. Leaving gaps in your teeth can result in facial sagging, which implant prevent.
Avoid premature aging.
- Avoid premature aging. Sagging facial muscles often lead to premature aging due to atrophy and stress.
Medical benefits
Protect other teeth.
- Protect other teeth. Implants effectively support adjacent teeth and prevent excessive wear on chewing surfaces.
Keep jaw aligned.
- Keep jaw aligned. Implants ensure you won’t develop aches and ailments stemming from improper jaw alignment.
Prevent gum disease.
- Prevent gum disease. Empty sockets and stretches of gum are prone to gum disease.
Reduce bone loss.
- Reduce bone loss. Implants can prevent the atrophy-induced bone loss common with missing teeth.
Ready to learn more?
If you’re ready to take the next step and schedule a consultation, contact us today at https://miracle-smile.com/contact-us// to set up a visit to our Coral Gables or Plantation offices. Dr. Aller and associates will provide you with premier care at the hands of an experienced cosmetic dentist.