The Best Gift for Filial Piety,

When we get caught up in a busy daily life, we often forget to be thankful for our parents and their love. How about giving your parents a special gift to mark the New Year of 2024?^^

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Especially for older adults, a practical gift that contributes to health would be the best choice. Give your parents one of the essentials for life, their 'teeth,' and present them with a healthy smile.

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These days, more middle-aged and older adults are visiting the dentist, largely because of problems with teeth and gums, one of the most common health issues that comes with aging. When the gums weaken, the likelihood of losing teeth increases. In such cases, the problem can be addressed with 'artificial teeth.'

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Among treatment methods using artificial teeth, dentures, bridges, and implants are drawing attention. Of these, 'implants,' which combine naturalness and convenience, are the wisest choice.

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△ 'Fake' teeth that feel 'real'

Even though implants are fake teeth, they provide an appearance and function similar to natural teeth. Through implants, your parents' teeth can be restored to the point where they are almost indistinguishable from natural teeth.

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Why are implants the better choice? Dentures come with discomfort. It is similar to wearing glasses when your eyesight is poor. Dentures are removable, so treatment is simple, but they have the drawbacks of damaging the gums and having weak chewing force. In addition, long-term use can lead to severe discomfort and pain.

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Another alternative, a bridge, is a method in which the teeth on both sides of the missing tooth are shaved down and used as supports to hold the artificial tooth in place. It is more convenient than dentures, but the drawback is a shorter lifespan. This is similar to wearing contact lenses in your eyes. Just as contact lenses can damage the cornea, bridges can also affect surrounding teeth over time and create gaps that may lead to cavities.

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Implants have gained much popularity among patients because they have almost none of these drawbacks. An implant is a surgery that places an artificial root to replace the root of a tooth and then attaches an artificial tooth on top of it. Its chewing power and appearance are almost the same as those of natural teeth, and because it does not damage surrounding teeth or develop cavities, it can be used semi-permanently.

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This is similar to regaining your original eyesight through LASIK. Just as LASIK can give you better vision, implants can give your parents healthier teeth.

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Experts explain, "There may be slight bleeding after the surgery, but this is normal, so there is no need to worry. There may also be some pain and swelling, but in that case, applying a cold compress will make it go away quickly." They also emphasize, "Even with implants, consistent care is essential. If you neglect maintenance simply because they last a long time, the implant may break or fall out."

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