Why do I need dentals implants?


When natural teeth are removed, you will face many problems such as the remaining teeth shift, rotate and become crooked. Spaces and gaps between teeth may cause embarrassment, problems with speech, lack of self-esteem and make the difficult to chew food properly. Dental implants can restore missing teeth, thereby eliminating these potential problems. People who have teeth replaced with dental implants report better ability to chew food and eat properly, renewed confidence while speaking, and better self-esteem.

Moreover, Missing teeth are also recognized associated with old age and can make you look older than you are. Replacing missing teeth can dramatically improve your smile and the shape of your face. This greatly enhances both your dental health and self-esteem.

Benefits of Replacing a Tooth Immediately

A tooth should be replaced as soon as it is lost. This will retain your oral health by preventing bone loss, reducing movement of surrounding teeth and avoiding excess decay.

Teeth provide more functions than just the ability to chew. They are necessary for the health of the gum and jaw tissues as well, and a prolonged absence of a tooth will severely limit the possibilities for restorations.  Missing teeth may also affect your confidence and well-being

Self Test

If you have been thinking about getting dental implants, you can take this simple test . It might help you to know if you are possible candidate for this procedure.

Ask yourself the following questions:

• Am I missing one or more teeth?
• Do I lack confidence when I smile or speak?
• Do I feel like I have lost the smile I had when I have my natural teeth?
• Do I hide my smile when taking photo or meet someone special because of unsightly spaces between my teeth or because I am missing teeth?
• Do I wish to attract someone with my charming smile?
• Am I having trouble eating, chewing, or speaking properly?
• Do you miss the comfort and confidence you once took for granted?
• Have I ever been public speaking and had issues where my bridge or denture was shifting and making it uncomfortable to speak?
• Do I wish I could eat more steak and comfortably bite into an apple without fear of my denture becoming loose?
• Have I been experiencing bone loss or gum recession since wearing dentures or having a dental bridge?
• Have I dentures ever cracked or made it uncomfortable to fit.
• Are my teeth loose, or am I getting or in need of treatment for advanced gum disease?
• Do I have dentures that slip or cause sore spots when I chew?
• Am I having any problems with existing crowns or bridges, either functionally or cosmetically?
• Do I carry my complete or partial dentures in my pocket or leave them at home?
• Are the teeth holding my bridge loosening or moving?
• Can I wait three to nine months for the entire implant process to be completed?
• Will I be willing to commit to the high standard of home care that is necessary to properly maintain a dental implant?
• Will I follow up with regular dental checkups?
• Do I believe that my life could be improved if my teeth were improved?
• When eating foods do your dentures shift and click so that it is uncomfortable?

If you answered ‘yes’ to one or more questions, you may be a candidate for the dental implant.

If you have experienced any of the above you are most certainly not alone. However, modern dentistry has come a long way in recent years and there is no need for you to continue living in discomfort!!