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Real patients of Harrell Dental Implant Center share their experiences. Dr. Robert L. Harrell of Harrell Dental Implant Center creates and restores beautiful smiles with the most advanced dental implant technology available. Whether you need to have one tooth or several replaced, or even require full-mouth teeth restoration, Dr. Harrell can meet your needs. Call or email us today to schedule a free, no-obligation implant consultation.
Harrell Dental Implant Center
7820 Ballantyne Commons Pkwy Suite 104 Charlotte, NC 28277
(704) 206-1330
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Dental implants prevent bone loss in the jaw
Our bones need stimulation to maintain their form and density. In the case of the jaw, teeth naturally stimulate the bone through chewing and other pressures. When the teeth are lost, there is no longer transmission of chewing forces to the bone. This causes the section of jawbone that supported the missing tooth, or teeth, to start to deteriorate. The bone loss continues until there are visible physical differences in the structure of your face. The good news is that dental implants can prevent this cycle. In fact, dental implants are the only known tooth replacement option that stimulates and preserves the jawbone. Keep reading for details about the benefits of dental implants.
A closer look at jawbone loss
Jawbone loss is a serious oral health condition whereby the overall bone density reduces or decreases due to the lack of stimulation that is ordinarily caused by bite pressure being applied to the bone through the roots of the teeth. When the teeth are missing, there are no roots to transfer this force and keep the bone strong.
The negative cosmetic consequences of bone loss:
1. A decrease in facial height.
2. Collapse of the lower lip and chin.
3. Increased wrinkles.
4. A rotation of the chin to a certain greater forward position.
5. A decrease in the horizontal angle of the lip that makes patients look unhappy.
6. A loss of the muscle tone in the facial muscles.
7. Thinning of the vermilion border of the lip due to muscle loss.
These issues combine to give the face a sunken, sagging appearance that is common in people with missing teeth.
What are dental implants
A dental implant is an artificial tooth with a titanium post that is used to replace the root of the missing tooth. Unlike the other tooth replacement options, patients do not need to worry about bone loss with dental implants because the posts of the implants are fused directly into the jawbone. Typically, there are three parts of a dental implant.
The implant: This super-strong screw serves as the root for your new tooth. This is the part that is osseointegrated with your jaw to provide the stability for your new tooth.
The abutment: This is the post that is visible above the gum. It is the portion to which the artificial tooth is attached.
The Crown: This is the actual prosthetic tooth. It is made of dental porcelain, which is extremely strong and can be made to match any tooth shade for a completely natural appearance.
Advantages of dental implants
Appearance: Dental implants look and feel like your own teeth.
Speech: Implants allow you to speak without the worry that your artificial teeth (dentures or a partial) may slip.
Comfort: The implants are secured in the jawbone like your natural teeth. Other tooth replacement options are supported by the gums, where they can rub and cause pain and lead to sores in the mouth.
Eating: Dental implants function like your own teeth, giving you the strength and stability that’s needed to eat the foods you enjoy without pain or concerns of breaking your appliance.
Self-esteem: Implants give you back your smile and help you feel more confident.
To recap, dental implants will permanently replace your missing teeth, fully restoring their look and function. They prevent bone loss which leads to negative changes in your appearance and they boost your self-esteem by giving you a brilliant smile.
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