In our last blog, we touched on teeth as nature intended them. Today we’ll focus on one particular procedure – dental implants. Missing teeth can pose more problems than just an unsightly appearance. Misalignment of surrounding teeth and jaw can occur when teeth are missing. Dietary limitations can exist as a result of lost teeth. One…
In our last blog, we touched on teeth as nature intended them. Today we’ll focus on one particular procedure – dental implants. Missing teeth can pose more problems than just an unsightly appearance. Misalignment of surrounding teeth and jaw can occur when teeth are missing. Dietary limitations can exist as a result of lost teeth. One lost tooth can lead to more, as your body stops sending minerals and nutrients to the section of your mouth where a tooth is missing. For this long list of reasons, dental implants have become the gold standard in tooth replacement. Your Knoxville dentist, Dr. Jim Erpenbach, will explain how dental implants mimic nature’s design.
What Are Dental Implants?
Dental implants were designed to mimic the structure of the roots of teeth. The parts of our teeth that are unseen to the naked eye play a huge role in the health of your teeth. When roots are gone, your body considers that area non-existent. Dental implants are made from bio-compatible titanium rods that are inserted into your gum tissue and jawbone. These rods serve as a strong and secure attachment point for a porcelain, tooth-like prosthetic that is color-matched and shaped to look like the rest of your teeth. No other tooth replacement comes as close to natural teeth in structure and function as a dental implant.
Dental Implants Improve Quality of Life
Implant restorations allow people to eat whatever they want – even corn-on-the-cob, hearty steaks, whole apples, and beef jerky. There is no need for messy pastes or special cleaning when someone has dental implants. The porcelain prosthetics above the gumline can be brushed just like your natural teeth. Meanwhile, those nutrients that your body stopped sending will make a comeback. This means you will not experience jawbone density issues that lead to an unattractive and disconcerting condition called facial collapse, where the cheeks take on a sunken appearance that adds an aged look to one’s face.
Dental Implants in Knoxville
Are you looking for the most natural replacement for missing teeth? Schedule a dental implant consultation with Dr. Erpenbach. You can call 865-584-8630 to schedule an appointment at our 37919 dentist office. We welcome patients from Knoxville and the greater metropolitan area.
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