Most patients seeking to replace one or more lost teeth already know enough about dental implants to know that they can do more for your smile than traditional bridges and dentures. However, the specific things that make them better aren’t always as well-known. Today, we examine what makes dental implants so innovative by exploring a few of the things they can do that other, more conventional dental prostheses can’t.

They stop dentures from slipping

Dental implants are small posts that, once inserted into your jawbone, can anchor your dental prosthesis in place, much like your natural roots hold your teeth steady. By anchoring your tooth replacement in place, implant posts make sure it will never slip and shift painfully when you bite, chew, or speak. This means you won’t have to routinely have your denture or other prosthesis adjusted due to a poor fit.

They stop your jawbone from shrinking

Another way in which implants stop your prosthesis from moving is by helping to keep your jawbone strong and dense. Besides keeping your denture steady, implant posts also stimulate your jaw when you bite and chew, which is necessary to signal your body to send your jaw nutrients. This stimulation decreases after losing teeth, and if you don’t reestablish it with one or more dental implants, then you may risk losing more teeth in the future.

They stop facial structures from collapsing

You can also risk a condition known as facial collapse, in which the facial structures surrounding your shrinking jawbone also begin to shrink and “sag.” Therefore, one of the most significant cosmetic benefits of implants is stopping this from happening so you can preserve your healthy, youthful appearance.

Benefit from Advanced Tooth Replacement with Implants

The reason more patients choose dental implants than more conventional prostheses is their ability to more closely mimic the root-and-crown structures of your healthy, natural teeth. To learn more, schedule a consultation by calling Modern Smile in North Hollywood, CA, today at 818-763-9353. We also proudly serve patients who live in Burbank, Toluca Lake, and all surrounding communities.