Q. What are the advantages of dental implants over dentures or a dental bridge?
A.
- Younger appearance: When you lose the entire tooth – crown and root – shrinkage of the jawbone may age your face. Implants, unlike dentures or bridges, can stop this process.
- Preserve natural teeth: With bridges, teeth adjacent to missing teeth are normally ground down to be used as anchors. Dental implants often eliminate the need to modify healthy teeth.
- Permanent solution: There are no loose parts to worry about. The dental implant is stable and comfortable. No adjustment is needed after placement. Normally, it will serve its owner for life.