Why a Dental Implant Might Be the Right Choice for You

Of the 32 teeth most people are equipped with by nature, the average adult in the United States has only 25.5 remaining. While some teeth can be removed strategically, such as for orthodontics or wisdom teeth that are too large, many are lost because of cavities, decay, or injuries. 

If you haven’t yet considered a dental implant to replace lost teeth, now may be the time to consider asking the team at New York Dental Health about them. We have offices in the Bronx and New York City, and we’re dental implant specialists. 

There are plenty of reasons why a dental implant might be the right choice for you. To start the conversation, we’ve prepared this month’s blog to give you the background you need. 

Dental implant basics

Implant systems are simple in concept, though they have many applications and variables. The heart of the implant is a screw-like post that’s embedded into the bone of your jaw. 

The implant is the foundation of the restoration, and the crown is the replica of the missing tooth above the gum line. The implant and the crown are connected by an interface called the abutment. 

These three components make up the basis of a tooth replacement implant system. Implants can also serve as support for permanent or removable dentures. 

The applications and benefits of implants

Dental implants are now regarded as the gold standard tooth restoration method since, unlike dentures, implants replace the root as well as the crown of a natural tooth. Roots naturally interact with jawbone tissue, stimulating and renewing bone to keep it strong. 

Replacing lost teeth with implants restores the stimulation provided by tooth roots. Perhaps one of the biggest benefits of an implant is the prevention of bone loss. 

Other reasons why implants may be the right choice for you include: 

A permanent solution

Dentures need periodic refitting or replacement, while dental implants can last a lifetime without the need for special care.

Easy maintenance

Implants require no different care than your regular teeth, so twice-daily brushing, once-a-day flossing, and regular dental check-ups are all you need.

A perfect blend

Porcelain crowns are made from a material that closely mimics the appearance of natural teeth, and they can be manufactured to precisely match yours.

Nothing to learn

Dentures require a learning curve, how to adapt to eating and speaking, how to clean and care for them, and how to deal with slippage, things you’ll never worry about with implants.

There’s no question that implants are the closest match to natural teeth, in so many ways. Contact New York Dental Health at the nearest of our seven locations to book a consultation, online or by phone, today.