Can Dental Implants Make You Look Younger?

Tooth loss is more common than you may think. In fact, more than 178 million Americans are missing at least one tooth. However, just because you have suffered from tooth loss doesn’t mean that you need to accept it. Dental implants are the only tooth replacement option that replaces the entirety of your missing teeth, allowing you to experience numerous benefits. They can even help you maintain a more youthful appearance. Here are just some of the ways that dental implants can turn back the clock.

Filling Out Your Face

When you are missing teeth, your cheeks may appear to be more sunken in and your lips wrinkled. This is because the teeth are anchored in the jawbone. When one or more are missing, bone loss will occur. Since the jaw supports the structure of the face, bone loss can leave you with a gaunt appearance. By stimulating the jawbone through regular chewing via the tooth roots, it will stay strong. Dental implants are the only tooth replacement out there that replace the roots of the missing teeth, therefore preventing bone loss.

Whiter Teeth

Having white teeth is associated with youth and good health. When you age, the teeth become more discolored. One of the great things about dental implants is the fact that the restorations attached to them are stain-resistant. They are also customized to match the exact color needed to give you a natural-looking, beautiful appearance.

Preventing Additional Tooth Loss

Having gaps in your smile makes you appear older. The surrounding teeth will eventually begin to shift around to fill in the gaps. This can weaken them and even cause additional tooth loss over time. Having empty sockets in your smile also gives bacteria a breeding ground. An infection of the gums can lead to further complications and tooth loss. By getting dental implants, you can reduce your risk of all of these complications.

Say Goodbye to Traditional Dentures!

Dentures may help to fill out the face, but they won’t stop your jawbone from being reabsorbed on its own. Eventually, the shape of your face will begin to change. This means that your dentures will no longer fit. Instead, they will shift around and make funny noises when you chew and speak. This won’t make you feel any younger. With dental implants, you can expect additional stability!

If you are looking to take a few years off your smile, dental implants may be able to help you get there! Schedule a consultation with your dentist to find out if they are right for you.

About the Author

Dr. Chitra P. Naik is an experienced dentist who has been serving patients in and around the Flint community since 1995. She originally studied dentistry from the Government Dental College in Mumbai, India before moving to the United States and pursuing her Doctor of Dental Medicine at the Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. She continues to attend monthly meetings at the Genesee District Dental Society and Michigan Dental Association Conventions to keep her knowledge and skills sharp. To learn more about dental implants or to schedule a consultation, visit her website or call (810) 235-5422.