Over the years, you’ve probably noticed a common feature in those who seem successful, smart, and happy: they’re confident! But confidence can be hard to come by if you’ve lost several or all your teeth—unless you get implants. How can dental implants boost your confidence? Check out just three ways this replacement method can help you feel substantially better about yourself.
Stronger Bite
Even when they’re brand new, normal dentures may not give you the same biting power you enjoyed before. In fact, it is estimated that dentures give you only about 25 percent of force back to your bite. This loss can make you hesitant to eat fresh, healthy foods, which tend to be tougher to break and chew, and turn to more processed, less nutritious foods. In addition to a blow to your confidence, your health can start to decline.
On the other hand, dental implants are grounded in the jawbone, providing significantly more power—about 75 percent of your original biting force. Consequently, you can eat basically anything you like with dental implants, including crispy apples, carrots, juicy steak, or whatever, with confidence! In other words, you know your replacement teeth can handle the food you need and want to nourish your body.
Youthful Appearance
Not only can dental implants help with functions, but they can also give you more self-esteem because your smile will look its best. With tooth loss, the jawbone slowly deteriorates, creating that classic sunken look, especially as the person gets older. However, filling in for the missing roots with implant posts stops this density loss and preserves a more youthful facial shape. With this look, you can feel more self-confident even as the years continue to pass.
No Slippage
As lifelike as traditional dentures have become in recent years, they aren’t perfect. A dead giveaway that you’re wearing prosthetic teeth is when your dentures slip out of position while you’re eating, talking, or laughing. This situation can be embarrassing to say the least and can make you want to hide your smile from view.
In contrast, restorations retained by dental implants will not move. In fact, only your dentist will be able to remove them! With this kind of security, you don’t have to worry about your teeth slipping and revealing your secret. This confidence allows you to participate, talk, laugh, and be yourself in front of others.
If you have lost teeth, it doesn’t mean you have to hide and feel self-conscious. You can regain your confidence and self-esteem, which can help you achieve other goals and be happier. Any way you look at it, dental implants can improve your quality of life!
About the Practice
Dr. Alexis Gersten and Dr. Jason Parli at Beach Dental have undergone decades of advanced training and have performed thousands of implant placement surgeries. As a result, you can trust their expertise. They use cutting-edge technology, like a 3D cone beam CT scanner, to provide treatment that is precise and successful. They are proud to serve patients in the Westhampton Beach, East Moriches, East Quogue, and Westhampton areas. To schedule a dental implant consultation, contact the office online or call 631-325-0731.