Five Ways Dental Implants Can Be a Better Choice Than Dentures
For some people, dentures are the best choice when they are missing several, many, or all of their teeth. However, for many people, dental implants are actually the better choice. To learn five reasons they might be the better option for you, keep reading. You can also contact California Dental Group directly at (800) 407-0161 with any questions.
- Dental Implants Are Strong and They Are Stable
- It is Easy to Eat with Dental Implants In
- It’s Easier to Be Heard with Dental Implants
- There is No Grinding Effect
- They Are a Permanent Solution
First and foremost, you will benefit from the strength and stability of your dental implants. Once they are in your mouth, they will not wiggle around. They will not fall out. Dentures, even when they are properly fitted, can wobble.
It can be quite a challenge to eat certain foods when you have dentures. For example, corn on the cob, apples, and anything else that could potentially “grab” your dentures and pull them off can be tricky. You need to make sure that they stay in place and you will be chewing with “teeth” that are not attached permanently to your mouth. With implants, you can eat basically anything you could eat with your natural teeth – without the worry of your teeth coming out.
When you have dentures, it can change the way you talk. As you are getting used to them, you could find it harder to pronounce specific words and letters that were once not a problem at all. With implants, you can expect them to have the same effect as your teeth did – which means that pronouncing words should not be hard.
If you have partial dentures, then there will be metal wire hugging your real teeth to keep the dentures in place. When you talk, chew, or move your mouth for any reason, the wires can potentially wear down your teeth. They can damage the enamel and cause other issues. Implants have no moving parts so this is not a worry.
Once your dental implants are in, as long as you care for them correctly you can expect they will last the rest of your life. Dentures last from five to ten years, and even when they are brand new you must take them out at night, clean them, and put them back again. With implants, you simply have brand-new teeth that are there for good.
If you have questions about what is right for you, we welcome your call to California Dental Group at (800) 407-0161 for help. We are ready to provide a thorough dental exam to get the information needed to help you make the right decision. Call us now to get started.
