You may not think that the perils of losing teeth will go much beyond cosmetic embarrassment and perhaps a little trouble getting used to eating in a new way. However, when teeth are missing, your jawbone will actually begin to shrink over time. Your cheeks and lips will start to take on a sunken appearance known as facial collapse. While this isn’t an overnight process, the gradual change in appearance from depletion of jawbone density can be very disconcerting. Many people find they look years older when they succumb to facial collapse. Fortunately, as your Evanston cosmetic dentist, Dr. Brent A. Engelberg will explain, there’s a great tooth replacement method that will prevent facial collapse from ever happening.
The Purpose of Dental Implants
Dental implants have become one of the most popular ways to replace any number of missing teeth. While implants can be a bigger financial investment than other replacement procedures, restoring your teeth this way will pay off in the long run. Titanium fixtures are surgically implanted into the jawbone to create a root-like replacement for missing teeth. Prosthetic teeth are attached to the supporting posts to give you a healthy and natural looking smile. Dental implant retained dentures are more convenient than traditional dentures because you can care for them and use them in the same way the same exact way you would your natural teeth.
Why Are Roots Important?
Firmly anchored teeth act as a beacon for minerals and nutrients. This is what keeps your jawbone density healthy. When teeth are missing from the roots, your body assumes the minerals earmarked for that section of bone can be redirected elsewhere in the body. Traditional dentures are great in terms of eating function and appearance. However, your body will still sense that there is something amiss. Denture wearers can end up with facial collapse just the same as someone who doesn’t opt for any teeth replacement at all. Dental implants essentially food your body into believing all is still well with your teeth so facial collapse will not occur.
Dental Implants from Your Evanston Cosmetic Dentist
Your cosmetic dentist in Evanston offers cosmetic procedures that can help with a number of dental issues, including dental implants. You can reach our 60201 dentist office at 847-259-8030. We are happy to serve patients in Northbrook, Deerfield, Highland Park, Wilmette, Winnetka, Glencoe, Vernon Hills, Lincolnshire, Libertyville, Skokie, Evanston, Palatine, Schaumburg, Elk Grove Village, Rolling Meadows, Northwest Chicago Suburbs, and Northern Chicago Suburbs.
