Whether you lose one or several of your teeth, you will most likely want to cosmetically have replacements put in place where they are missing. Many people enjoy having dental implants because they offer several benefits that can not be obtained by having dental bridges, partials or dentures. Here are some of the reasons you may want to consider having dental implants placed to replace your missing teeth.

Virtually Undetectable

After your surgical process has been completed and you have had time to heal, dental implants are unnoticeable to others. Since the teeth are placed on protruding titanium rods that stick out of your gums, the teeth are realistic looking and do not compromise the structure of your facial features as dentures sometimes do. Dentures have a way of making a person look older because of the way they are set in the mouth, pushing forward some of the muscles around the mouth that are not normally used. 

No Need To Change Habits

With implants, you will be able to eat whatever foods you wish without worrying that your teeth will fall out or become broken. Dentures are restrictive as you will have to watch everything you eat in attempt to avoid slippage. 

You will be able to sleep with your implants in place just as if they were your real teeth. Dentures need to be removed at nighttime so you do not risk them falling off of your gums, obstructing your breathing passage while you sleep. You will also want to remove them so you can have a chance for your gums to rest, as they are known to cause slight pain after being in place for a while.

No Risk To Other Teeth

When you use dentures or bridges, you risk hurting your existing teeth. Bridges will require you cut down the adjacent teeth in order to fit the piece into place. Partials will have hooks that can sometimes cause adjacent teeth to loosen over time. Implants do not compromise your adjacent teeth in any way whatsoever.

Self-Esteem Will Strengthen

When you have implants placed, you will be able to enjoy smiling and showing the world your teeth. You will not have fear of your teeth falling out at an inappropriate time, and you will not have to worry about slurred speech when your teeth shift out of place. Other methods are risky because they can become loosened in your mouth, causing embarrassment. Talk to a professional like Lonnie W Tiner DDS for more information.