Everyone who has ever experienced severe toothache appreciates having healthy and well-maintained teeth. Our teeth are a significant part of our overall well-being and health. However, many hesitate to visit the dentist because it’s too expensive or they fear it will be painful.
The truth is, it doesn’t have to be excessively expensive or particularly painful. For example, very effective anesthesia is available for a root canal treatment. If you are afraid of visiting the dentist, it’s important to explain that you are anxious or scared. Dentists are accustomed to patients with dental anxiety and are often skilled at being considerate and adjusting the anesthesia so that it doesn’t hurt. Also, make sure to prevent problems and take good care of your teeth by brushing twice a day and flossing daily.
Have you lost teeth? Dental implants might be a good option for you
Are you missing teeth, or do you have a tooth that needs to be removed and you’d like to replace it? Don’t worry, your smile or bite function isn’t ruined because of that. With the help of dental implants or dentures, you can regain a complete set of teeth. Dental implants are almost always a better alternative than dentures when replacing teeth. Below are some of the reasons:
Implants are fixed
When implants are placed, titanium screws are surgically inserted into the jawbone. Ceramic crowns are then mounted on these titanium screws and fastened to the implants. Since the material of the dental implant is titanium, it is almost always accepted by the body and integrates well with the jawbone in nearly all cases. This system provides fixed “new teeth,” meaning they can be used in the same way as natural teeth and can only be removed by the dentist. Dentures are removable “false teeth” that you must take out, care for, and clean yourself. The disadvantage of dentures is that they are not fixed and therefore do not feel like natural teeth. They often fit less securely, can wobble, and require regular adjustments.
Implants look authentic
The implant-supported crowns are made from ceramic materials, which makes them more closely resemble natural teeth. The dental technician can create a color and shape for the ceramic crowns that matches your other teeth to make them look as natural as possible. Often, it’s not even possible to distinguish an implant from a regular tooth; it’s only on X-ray images at the dentist’s office that one can see that one or more teeth have been replaced by dental implants. Dentures are made of plastic, which makes it more difficult to match color and achieve an authentic look.
Implants feel authentic
Unlike dentures, implants feel more authentic. For example, they function exactly like natural teeth when chewing and speaking, whereas dentures can wobble and feel uncomfortable to eat with. Dental implants also do not affect speech, which dentures can do, depending on which tooth or teeth have been replaced.
Regardless of whether you have acute issues or not, we at TandCity have the solutions for your needs. Book your appointment with our skilled and professional dentists today!
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