The Teeth You’ll Have for Life: Let’s Restore Them with Implants

If we were to divide the people in the world into two types, we could split them into those who eat to live and those who live to eat. And both share the act of “eating.”

So what is the most important thing when it comes to eating food? The answer is teeth. Teeth are extremely important in the act of chewing food. If your teeth are not healthy, you may not be able to chew food properly, which can have a major impact on daily life.

A salaried worker, Mr. A, who recently lost a tooth in an accident, is said to be under a lot of stress because he can no longer enjoy food the way he used to. After losing even one tooth, he now feels discomfort because he cannot chew what he wants properly. He cannot chew hard or chewy foods comfortably, and because he swallows without chewing thoroughly, he also has digestive problems after eating. Mr. A, for whom eating had been one of life’s great joys, has now decided to seek help from a specialist.

Strong and natural-looking new teeth: implants

There are various options in dental prosthetics, such as dentures and bridges, but why do specialists recommend implants?

Specialists explain, “Implants are a prosthetic treatment that satisfies the condition and function of the jawbone as well as aesthetics. Patients are said to be much more satisfied when they receive implant treatment instead of dentures or bridges.” They added, “Unlike dentures or bridges, implants are placed rather than simply fitted, so they provide excellent chewing force and, compared with dentures or bridges, have greater durability, which is why many patients prefer them.”

A bridge treatment can damage the natural teeth on both sides, but implants can be placed without harming the natural teeth. In addition, because prosthetic teeth can be made in a color that is almost identical to the patient’s original teeth, there are almost no visible signs after the procedure. For this reason, it is also a prosthetic treatment that many patients seek when they want to restore their front teeth.

The benefits of implants and things to keep in mind

In particular, implants are famous for having a long lifespan. However, to maintain them properly, several precautions must be followed after the procedure. For 2 to 3 days after treatment, avoid compresses and strenuous exercise; for 2 weeks, refrain from drinking alcohol or smoking; and care is needed, such as avoiding chewy or hard foods.

Once a tooth falls out even once in childhood, a new tooth does not grow back in that spot. For those who have lost not only their appetite but also the joys of life due to the loss of a permanent tooth, we suggest a rich life with new teeth through implants.