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When you lose a tooth you’re at risk of having the bone in the space of the missing tooth deteriorate which can affect the surrounding teeth as well. By using an implant you are not just cosmetically enhancing the appearance of your smile but restoring a tooth structure that will help keep that bone strong and healthy.  This is something that dentures and other restoration procedures will not do for you—at least not to the same extent. To be sure that you are a good a candidate for dental implants the dentist will check to make sure that you do indeed have enough bone in the area that you want the implants to accommodate them properly. In many cases bone grafting can be used to build up the bone in the area so that implants can be used. This is something that you can discuss with the dentist during your consultation along with any other questions that you may have about implants.

Choosing to go with dental implants means more cost and recovery time than what would be needed with some other restorative procedures but what you’re left with are teeth that not only look the way you have always dreamed but also save your bite and the health of your teeth and surrounding bone. Dental implants allow you to speak and eat as you always have—maybe even better! Also, implants will likely last your entire lifetime making them worth the time and investment.

The best way to find out more about dental implants and what they can do for you is to book a consultation with the dentist who will not be able to give you general information about implants but also examine your teeth and gums and give you answers and advice pertaining to your specific case. Dental implants may very well be the solution that you have been waiting for.