{"id":107,"date":"2016-06-30T14:02:34","date_gmt":"2016-06-30T14:02:34","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.theimplantdentist.com\/blog\/?p=107"},"modified":"2016-07-20T14:04:29","modified_gmt":"2016-07-20T14:04:29","slug":"dental-implants-improve-oral-overall-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.theimplantdentist.com\/blog\/dental-implants-improve-oral-overall-health\/","title":{"rendered":"Dental Implants Improve Your Oral, Overall Health"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"cosmetic<\/a>As your cosmetic dentist in Birmingham MI, <\/span>Dr. Banda<\/span><\/a> knows the effect missing teeth can have on your quality of life. Gaps in a smile cause difficulty eating and speaking… and they also make laughing a lot less enjoyable. But did you know that missing teeth affect your oral and overall health, too? But there is a solution: replacing teeth with dental implants promotes general well-being.<\/span><\/p>\n

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The Link Between Tooth Loss and Oral Health<\/span><\/h3>\n

Our bones need stimulation to thrive. When a tooth is present, its root provides the necessary activity for the jawbone. After tooth loss, however, the jaw slowly degenerates due to a lack of stimulation — unless it\u2019s replaced with a dental implant. <\/span><\/p>\n

The dental implant is a small titanium cylinder that acts as a prosthetic root for the replacement device that is attached on top. It\u2019s the only truly comprehensive tooth replacement available today. A dental crown, bridge, or denture can be stabilized using dental implants. <\/span><\/p>\n

Multiple Benefits of Dental Implants<\/span><\/h3>\n

When your jawbone remains stable, you avoid that sunken, missing-tooth look. Your tooth replacement device fits properly, without the need for frequent adjustments due to a degenerating jaw. And with a stable foundation, you also avoid further tooth loss in the years to come. <\/span><\/p>\n

As for your overall health? When you\u2019re able to eat whatever you want without the stress or discomfort of an ill-fitting device, you can enjoy good nutrition and a healthy body. Dentures that fit properly don\u2019t rub painful blisters in the soft tissues of the mouth, either. Ill-fitting dentures are linked to the development of oral cancer. <\/span><\/p>\n

Are You A Candidate for Dental Implants?<\/span><\/h3>\n

Many patients who wish to replace their teeth with dental implants are good candidates for the procedure. Schedule an appointment with Dr. Banda, your implant dentist in Birmingham, to determine whether or not you are eligible for implant dentistry. Two primary considerations affect your candidacy for dental implants.<\/span><\/p>\n