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Missing Teeth Don’t Equal a Happy Smile

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Putting on a happy face isn’t that easy if you have missing teeth. In fact, if you are missing most or all of your teeth you probably never smile with your teeth showing because you don’t have any.

As sad as this may seem millions of people all over the world have to deal with it every single day.

No More Missing Teeth

According to Dr. George Dental in Delray Beach it can be hard to smile if you don’t have any teeth. Missing teeth make it difficult to do most things like eating and talking as well.

In this century you don’t have to deal with missing teeth thanks to dental implants. Best of all in this day and age even those who have been wearing dentures or dealing with missing teeth for years can benefit. With the help of dental implants everyone can have a mouthful of teeth.

What are Dental Implants?

If you have been following this dental blog you will recall that dental implants are screws. These screws made from titanium.

Also called implant posts your dentist in Delray Beach surgically places these screws in or on your jawbone.

After the area has healed artificial teeth are placed on top of the posts. If single dental implants are placed, Dr. George will match your new replacements to the rest of your teeth.

If you are opting for a brand new set of permanent dental implant dentures you can choose whatever color you like for your new teeth. Just imagine how great it will feel to have a new smile that is uniform in color.

Are Dental Implants for Everyone?

While dental implants are suitable for most, some will deal with implant failure. Dental implants have a 95 percent success rate. However, if other factors come into play, such as smoking or systemic disease, you may be in the high risk category for dental implant failure.

The best way to determine if you are a good candidate for dental implants is to visit your dentist in Delray Beach. Dr. George will thoroughly examine your teeth and gums and your entire cavity. This will determine if you and dental implants are a good fit.

Dental Implants and Missing Teeth

While dental bridges and dentures certainly have their place none compare to dental implants.

As the strongest replacement and closest to your natural teeth implants will last for the rest of your life as long as you take care of them.

If you would like to learn more about dental implants for missing teeth call or send a direct message and talk to Dr. George Dental today.

 

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