While dental implants are the most effective solution for replacing one or more lost teeth, performance isn’t the only consideration when it comes to choosing your tooth replacement. Luckily, your smile isn’t the only thing that benefits from dental implant restorations. Allen dental implant specialist, Dr. Marco Cueva, explains how the practical benefits of dental implants make them a more cost-effective option than their traditional counterparts.
The Weak Link of Traditional Tooth Replacement
The great thing about traditional tooth replacements, like dental bridges and dentures, is that they can be custom-crafted to suit the exact pattern of your tooth loss while blending in with your natural smile. Unfortunately, like your natural teeth, dental prosthetics are subject to the wear and tear of normal use. If you or someone you know has worn dentures for a while, then you may know that replacing dentures typically means remeasuring your dental ridge and crafting a new dental prosthetic according to the new measurements. The process is also necessary to resolve denture slippage, which occurs when your dentures lose the tight grip they were designed for.
A More Thorough Solution
The main reason behind loose dentures is the changing shape of your jaw and dental ridge—results of the jawbone deterioration that follows tooth loss. As prosthetic tooth roots, dental implants are surgically inserted into your jawbone with a connective rod protruding from your gum line. Once healed, dental implants can support your single, multiple, or total tooth replacement device and restore the root stimulation that your jawbone relies on.
When stimulated by biting and chewing, tooth roots and dental implants invite nutrients to your jawbone to support the teeth it holds. By maintaining this nutrient supply, dental implants help preserve your jawbone’s integrity and prevent it from changing shape. With proper care and maintenance, your dental implants can last a lifetime. Although your crown or denture may need replacement after years of use, Dr. Cueva can simply fashion a new prosthetic to attach to your implants without the extensive work required to replace traditional dentures.
Learn More About Dental Implants from Your Allen Specialist
If you’ve lost one or more teeth and would like to learn more about the cost-effectiveness of dental implants, then schedule an appointment with your Allen dental implant specialist by calling (972) 390-9944 today. Located in the 75013 area, we proudly welcome patients from Allen, Plano, Richardson, McKinney, Frisco, Fairview, Murphy, Wylie, Lewisville, Carrolton, and surrounding communities.
