Missing multiple teeth can be disheartening because chewing, eating, and enjoying your food may be difficult. You might also feel self-conscious about the appearance of your smile and find yourself hiding it when you encounter other people.
If you're considering dentures, or if you already wear a denture and struggle with it moving, slipping, or adjusting while eating, talking, or laughing, we would love to discuss the benefits of dental implants with you. Tooth implants in Columbus, OH, can restore multiple teeth by securely supporting an appliance like a denture. Here's what you should know.
How Dental Implants Replace Multiple Missing Teeth
We can use a few strategically placed dental implants to support different appliances like a bridge or denture. Two to six dental implants can securely hold a denture in place and replace an entire upper or lower arch of missing teeth with a beautifully custom-designed appliance that restores your smile and rebuilds your facial structure.
Dental implants are made of biocompatible titanium, which gradually fuses and integrates with your bone over time, acting just like a tooth root. Dental implants keep your bone healthy and strong, helping you avoid some of the deterioration that accompanies traditional denture wear, which relies on a snug fit to the bone to stay in place. Implant-supported dentures contribute to better bone health, which means better longevity for denture wearers.
Am I a Candidate for Dental Implants?
If you're considering full arch tooth replacement or you're currently living with an ill-fitting denture, you may be interested in learning more about implant dentures. If you don't have enough healthy bone to support dental implants, we can discuss the possibility of a bone grafting procedure. Bone grafting uses natural or synthetic bone material to rebuild your jawbone to successfully support dental implants.
Contact Shiflett Family Dental to book an evaluation with Dr. Shiflett so you can learn more about dental implants and dentures in Columbus, OH.