Dental Implants : Do You Miss Your Missing Teeth?

    /24-7PressRelease/ - CHICAGO, IL, February 27, 2008 - Do you miss your missing teeth?
If something is missing from your smile, you should consider the tremendous benefits of dental implants. If you are missing one or more of your natural teeth, dental implants offer a very lifelike solution that addresses problems that may happen below the surface, in addition to the obvious smile appearance deficit.

Every Tooth Has a Place
Each tooth in your mouth has a unique purpose for biting or speaking. In addition, each tooth's position helps balance the weight of the jaw when it is in motion, creating a healthy, balanced bite. If you are missing one or more teeth, your mouth may not function as effectively without the right amount of teeth. Also, your bite will be affected, throwing off the harmony among your jaw muscles, teeth and jaw joints. Here's one more reason missing teeth can cause harm: neighboring teeth are more likely to shift, opening the door to future dental and bite problems. By replacing that missing tooth or teeth, you are investing in the overall health of your teeth and gums and creating a beautiful, full smile.

Complete Your Smile with Implants
Dental implants offer a solution to the problem of missing teeth. They consist of an anchor that is implanted directly into the jawbone. First, a surgery to implant this anchor will take place. After this tissue heals, it's time for the implantation of your false tooth. The newly recreated tooth will be secured to the implant for a result that not only looks like a natural tooth, but can function like one as well.

The entire dental process can take from 4 to 9 months, depending on your body's healing process. Ample time is needed for the implant to bond with surrounding tissue and for the bone to grow around it. Because the implant has a secure connection with the gum tissue and bone, the new tooth can function just like other teeth and withstand normal biting forces. In addition, today's implant technology makes the recreated teeth virtually indistinguishable from natural teeth.

If you are concerned that missing teeth are inhibiting your smile, talk to an experienced cosmetic dentist who can help you find an affordable solution. In addition to dental implants, dentures and dental bridges can help fill in the gaps.

Dental implants may be your perfect solution for a great smile and a healthier mouth. Find out more about dental implants on the American Dental Association's Question & Answer page.

To learn more about dental implants, please contact the office of Colonial Dental Group in Chicago, Illinois today to schedule your initial appointment.

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