In comparison to many traditional dental prosthetics, implant technology offers more than just cosmetic and functional benefits. While losing a tooth is likely the last thing a person wants to experience in their lifetime, sometimes it is unavoidable. What you do not want to do, however, is leave the open gap in your grin. In today’s blog, your Shrewsbury, MA dentist will discuss the structural benefits of utilizing implant technology to restore your smile.
Mimicking Teeth Roots
One major difference that sets implants apart from traditional prostheses is that they take your oral structure into account. You see, a tooth is comprised of its crown and its roots. The roots are often not visible, as they are embedded in the jawbone beneath the gum line. Not only do the roots house the sensitive nerves, but their secure connection with the bone helps stabilize your structures and allow them to support the pressure of your bite.
When a person loses a tooth, they are also losing the benefits of its roots. Not only will you experience an uneven bite/distribution of bite pressure, but there is nothing present to stimulate the jawbone and keep it strong. While a dental bridge or other prosthetic option can provide some functionality and cosmetic benefits, it cannot address structural health like a post can. To learn more about the way posts can mimic natural teeth roots, contact our office.
Stimulating the Jawbone
In addition to benefitting functionality, an implant post helps stimulate the jaw bone, keeping it strong enough to support your bite. A strong jawbone provides structural security, as it allows the post to withstand day-to-day pressure needed to perform routine tasks such as biting, chewing, and more.
With traditional bridges and dentures, the bone experiences no stimulation, leading to gradually wear-down or erosion. Not only does this lead to future complications for surrounding teeth, but it makes it difficult to receive implants in the future due to a lack of structural support.
Maintaining Your Smile’s Integrity
Your smile’s health encompasses more than just the appearance of your teeth. It also includes functional capabilities and structural integrity, and implant technology takes each of these factors into consideration. Moreover, they are highly customizable to meet your needs and address varying degrees of tooth loss.
Learn More Today
Dental implants offer structural benefits, in addition to functionality. For more information about the structural benefits of implant dentistry, or to schedule your next visit with our office, call Modern Dentistry of Shrewsbury in Shrewsbury, MA at (508) 842-8838 today.
