Dental Implants-
Eliminating Tooth Loss And Creating Happier Lives

Even though there have been many advancements in cosmetic dentistry, there are still millions of people who suffer from tooth decay and gum disease which ultimately leads to the loss of teeth. But there has been one certain improvement that eliminates this severe issue- dental implants. They offer many advantages over dentures: improved speech, enhanced appearance, greater comfort, easier chewing, increased self-esteem, better health, durability, and convenience.

Dental implants are artificial tooth roots placed into the lower or upper jaw to secure your replacement teeth. Unlike dentures, dental implants offer strong support for replacement and fixed permanent teeth created to fit just like your natural teeth. Along with fitting and feeling like your natural teeth, they also appear just like normal teeth.

Dental implants are designed to bind with your bone over time to become permanent. Because of their ability to bond to your jaw, implants defeat the distress of removable dentures. Dentures are often very bothersome- with the poor way they fit in the mouth they can make it hard to pronounce certain words causing you to be embarrassed to have a conversation with someone. Dental implants will not move or slip in your mouth- they stay secure and in place 100 percent of the time.

Even smiling can become an embarrassing motion even though it is one of the most delightful natural actions- the chance of your dentures slipping out will decrease the amount you would normally smile. Dental implants, being permanent, allow you to smile and laugh freely without worry of your teeth falling out. Eating with dentures can also be quite annoying- the way they slide on the gums make chewing undesirable. Dental implants act as natural teeth enabling you to eat the foods you love, painlessly and effortlessly.

Dental implants, in addition to being a cosmetic improvement, are an advancement in health. When they are placed individually, they create easier access to getting between teeth for cleaning. They do not require the grinding down or reduction of other teeth like bridges often need to fit. Because your natural teeth are not damaged or altered, they are left intact which leads to better oral health throughout your life.

Bridges and removable dentures are unstable which can embarrass you in times of removing them- implants do not need to be removed therefore eliminating the possible embarrassment.

Dentures and bridges often require replacement due to getting damaged over time. Dental implants are much more durable- with regular cleaning and proper care they can last a lifetime. Implants do not need to be replacements for full sets of teeth- they can replace one or two teeth without harming the surrounding teeth.

Dental implants are so comfortable and natural looking that you may forget that you have any replacement teeth at all. They will positively restore any loss of self-esteem that your teeth caused you personally and professionally, and you will smile and laugh more. You will be able to enjoy all your favorite foods and never have to worry about the pain or discomfort that you once worried about with dentures and bridges. Dental Implants will successfully change and enhance your life.

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Dr. Delaram Hanookai is a Los Angeles-based Periodontist who has trained with the world's most prominent Dental Implantologists. She has become known as the "Plastic Surgeon of the Smile." Call (818) 788-8787 to schedule an appointment today.

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