Do you have missing teeth? In many cases, people who are missing teeth tend not to smile or hold their hand in front of their mouth. Feeling is if you must hide your mouth can be detrimental to your self-confidence and can cause depression. If you have teeth missing in your mouth, it can cause difficulties with speaking and eating. Since the beginning of technological advances in restoration procedures, the rate at which people are losing teeth has decreased, studies have shown that nearly 70% of Americans have lost at least one tooth before they reach the age of 35. If you are one of those people and want a permanent solution, then dental implants in Elk Grove Village will be perfect for you.
Dental Implants: What They Are and How They Work
A dental implant replaces missing teeth by being affixed into your jawbone and is used as a base for a crown, prosthetic tooth, or a fixed or removable denture plate. The reason for the durability and success of dental implants is their ability to be in direct contact with the jawbone. This means that whatever choice you make pertaining to a replacement tooth remains firmly seated in your mouth.
Who is Eligible for Dental Implants?
For the most part, almost anyone who is missing one or more teeth can be a candidate. You should be considering an implant if you:
- are looking for a long-term permanent solution for replacing a missing tooth or teeth;
- want to be able to speak and/or eat with little to no difficulty;
- have dentures that do not fit well and/or are causing you pain;
- are tired of your face looking sunken in due to missing teeth.
Dental Implants are the Best Option
Dental implants are amazingly popular due to their durability and convenience. If you are looking to restore your smile, you should schedule a consultation with Brian Homann, DDS, at Elk Grove Village dental office. Both he and his staff are dedicated to providing you with the best possible care and restoring your smile to be better than ever. Like us on our facebook page.
