subject: Advantages of Dental Implants [print this page] Dental implants enable you to chew properly so you can eat all of your favorite foods
Dental implants look, feel, and function just like your natural teeth
Unlike dentures, you will not experience slippage, so you will not have any problems speaking
You will not experience any future bone loss or shrinkage of your jawbone
Dental implants are fused to your jawbone, providing you with a permanent solution that, when properly cared for, will last a lifetime
You will experience increased comfort compared to alternative treatments
Your surrounding teeth will not need to be altered to support your dental implant; therefore, more of your natural tooth structure is preserved, ensuring improved long term oral health
Oral hygiene and maintenance of your dental implants is easy you can brush and floss just like you do with your natural teeth
Dental implants are very durable
Your prosthetic tooth can be crafted to match the shade of your surrounding natural teeth so that it blends in when you smile
Dental implants prevent your remaining teeth from shifting, preventing many oral health issues
Your facial features will be preserved, preventing the appearance of a "sunken face"
