5 Cosmetic Benefits of Dental Implants

Dental implants are considered the gold standard of tooth replacement. They’re an excellent solution that helps patients eat, speak, and smile with complete confidence once again. Although they have several restorative and health benefits, some patients are concerned that they won’t look aesthetically pleasing. However, implants are designed to give you a grin you can confidently flash! Read on to learn the five cosmetic benefits of dental implants.

Bone Tissue Enhancement

It’s harder to produce an ideal aesthetic result when there’s a significant amount of bone and soft tissue loss. When you have a missing tooth, there’s a higher chance for bone resorption to occur because the area is no longer being stimulated by regular chewing. Luckily, a dental implant can help you maintain the integrity of the jawbone and prevent future bone loss from occurring. Thus, implants help preserve a youthful facial structure!

Ideal Implant Placement

A dental implant must be placed in an optimal position for osseointegration (fusion of titanium post with the jawbone) and stable function. However, successful placement can also provide enough space around the implant for an aesthetically pleasing restoration.

Custom-Made Replacement Teeth

Thoughtful preplanning is required to create a beautiful and aesthetically pleasing result. Your dentist will custom make the replacement teeth attached to your implants to provide you with a natural-looking smile. They’ll make sure that they match the exact shape, size, and color of your remaining teeth so they blend seamlessly.

Soft Tissue Management

Do you have receding gums? With dental implants, your dentist might be able to reconstruct the gum tissue with soft tissue grafts to improve their appearance. Although this step isn’t necessary, it can certainly be added for more ideal results.

Prosthetic Design

In some cases, a “black triangle” space is left between the front teeth because of inadequate papilla. To avoid this, your dentist can design the crowns to reduce the amount of space between the teeth. They can make it appear as if the prosthetic teeth are emerging out of the gum tissue rather than resting on top of it. When done successfully, the restorations look natural rather than artificial!

If you have missing teeth, ask your dentist about dental implants. With this method, you can simultaneously enjoy improved oral health and a stunning appearance!

About the Author

Dr. Patrick Crowley is passionate about helping his patients achieve and maintain their absolute best smiles. He graduated from the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry and furthered his education by completing the AEGD residency program at OU. If you have missing teeth, Dr. Crowley can restore your smile and confidence with dental implants. Plus, the entire process can be completed under one roof, so you don’t have to worry about visiting several locations! Visit our website or call (405) 751-5515 to schedule a consultation with Dr. Crowley.