What is Implant Dentistry?
When it comes to replacing missing teeth, you have several options to restore your smile. However, there’s one choice that stands out above all the rest: dental implants. Not only do they help improve the look of your smile, but they provide unmatched benefits to your dental health. They can give you back a full, bright smile while protecting your oral health in ways that other options don’t. Here is some more information from your Bangor, ME dentist, Dr. Auguste Alain.
Dental Implants Support Bone Health
The most important health benefit of dental implants is their ability to maintain the structure of your jaw bones. Normally, the mechanical forces of chewing stimulate the jawbone to remain dense and strong in that area. But when a tooth is missing, your body no longer sees a reason to maintain that bone density, so it allows the bone to break down.
Without dental implants, the bone begins to deteriorate. Over time, this bone loss can lead to:
- Premature aging of the face
- Collapsing of the lips, cheeks and jaw
- A sunken appearance to the face
- Shifting of remaining natural teeth
- Other teeth becoming loose or damaged
After losing teeth, dental implants are the only way to replace the tooth root and continue stimulating the production of bone tissue in the jaw. The sooner you replace a missing tooth with a dental implant, the more bone structure your body maintains. This helps protect both your natural teeth and your replacement teeth, giving you a solid foundation for a lifetime of dental health.
Dental Implants in Bangor, ME
If you’re considering a replacement for one or more teeth, contact the office of Dr. Auguste Alain to learn more about your options. Dr. Auguste Alain will perform a comprehensive exam to determine whether you're a good candidate for implants, and talk with you about your best options for restoring your smile.