Teeth can be missing for a number of reasons. They have either been knocked out as the result of some physical trauma or accident or perhaps they have just been lost to decay or other dental complication. Whatever the cause of missing teeth, it is very important, both aesthetically and for your health, to replace them as soon as possible.
Teeth missing from the dental arc can cause movement and further decay so City of Leeds dentists recommend replacing them with a dental restoration. This could take the form of a dental bridge or partial denture but more and more patients are opting to go for a dental implant because of the likeness to a real tooth.
A dental implant is the only dental substitute that replaces the whole of the tooth from top to bottom. It is able to do this because the implant itself is screwed directly into the jawbone. This then acts as a base for a permanent artificial tooth. This gives the appearance and feel of a real tooth and doesn’t rely on any fragile bonding or messy denture adhesives. This means the patient is free to enjoy their lives free of the anxiety of further dental complication, even to the extent that they forget completely about the dental implant.
For patients who have lost more than one tooth or indeed all of them, it is possible to have a set of mini implants in the teeth to act as a base for a set of dentures. This provides a solid base for dentures, which are also then removable. Dental implants may not be suitable for all patients depending on the strength of their existing bones and gums. Your City of Leeds dentist will be able to assess if you are a suitable candidate at an initial consultation.
Tags: dental decay, dental implant, Dentures, missing teeth
