When Are Dental Implants Better Than Dentures?

Written By Meghan Belnap / Reviewed By Ray Spotts

Dental implants and dentures are two of the options that you can choose if you have missing teeth. You may be wondering which option is best.

There are several signs that indicate you should choose dental implants over dentures.

A Permanent Solution With Dental Implants

Dentures can be removed. However, if you are looking for a permanent solution, then it is a good idea for you to get dental implants.

Dental implants are permanently anchored to your jawbone. You won't have to go through the hassle of taking the dentures out and cleaning them every day, and just like the teeth they replace, the only maintenance they require is regular brushing and flossing.

Good Health With Dental Implants

Dental implants are a great option for people who are in good health. You should also have sufficient jawbone.

The dental implants will need jawbone for support and in turn will give your jawbone greater structural integrity. Additionally, you should not have gum disease or any other oral infection when you have your implants put in.

Getting dental implants involves a surgical procedure and will require sufficient time and a healthy immune system for a smooth recovery.

Full Oral Mobility With Dental Implants

It can take a long time for you to get adjusted to eating with dentures. That is why you may have a lot of food restrictions that you will have to adhere to.

Your dentures may also come up when you are eating. However, you won't have to worry about that if you have dental implants. There are no food restrictions.

Dentures also have a tendency to slip when talking, which can affect your speech. You have to be careful how you speak, eat, and maneuver your mouth in general to keep the dentures in place, whereas dental implants stay rooted in place as well as natural teeth.

Stronger Jaw Structure With Dental Implants

Missing teeth affect more than just the appearance of your grin. They can cause your jaw line to sag, which will cause you to look a lot older.

Even though dentures can replace missing teeth on the surface, the jaw structure won’t be maintained the way it can be with a dental implant.

It can be difficult for you to decide whether you should get dental implants or dentures. However, if you want a permanent solution and are in good health, then you should choose dental implants.

Dental implants are also easy to clean and make it easier for you to eat. Furthermore, you will be able to smile with confidence if you have dental implants.

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Meghan Belnap is a freelance writer who enjoys spending time with her family. She loves being in the outdoors and exploring new opportunities whenever they arise. Meghan finds happiness in researching new topics that help to expand her horizons. You can often find her buried in a good book or out looking for an adventure. You can connect with her on Facebook right here and Twitter right here.

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Founder Ray Spotts has a passion for all things natural and has made a life study of nature as it relates to health and well-being. Ray became a forerunner bringing products to market that are extraordinarily effective and free from potentially harmful chemicals and additives. For this reason Ray formed Trusted Health Products, a company you can trust for clean, effective, and healthy products. Ray is an organic gardener, likes fishing, hiking, and teaching and mentoring people to start new businesses. You can get his book for free, “How To Succeed In Business Based On God’s Word,” at www.rayspotts.com.

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