
Sep
When you’ve lost a tooth, the first thing you usually think about is your smile. Especially if it’s a tooth that’s in the front and shows. There’s a lot more to it than that. It affects your nutrition because some foods are harder to eat. And it can even make your speech sound different. One solution for tooth replacement is dental implants by Dr. Arvi Duka and Dr. Adelina Duka at Framingham Family Dental Care.
You’ve got limitations if you go with dentures and bridges to replace your teeth. Anything too hard can have an effect on your prosthetics, and it’s just not an enjoyable experience. Implants become a part of you. They’re anchored into your jawbone so they work just like your real teeth. You can eat steak and apples again. Even corn on the cob. You don’t have to think twice about what you’re eating or cut things into tiny pieces.
When you’ve got gaps in your smile, it can be really worrisome. Job interviews and photos. Even just grabbing coffee and making small talk. Implants look and feel like your natural teeth; nobody can tell the difference. That kind of confidence changes how you carry yourself at work or out with friends.
Sometimes dentures move around when you talk. You might end up mumbling or even stopping in the middle of a sentence. Implants don’t move around; they’re fixed in one place, so you have clear speech all the time. You don’t have to worry about repeating yourself or sounding weird.
When a tooth is lost, the bone underneath slowly shrinks. Over time, that shows up on your face.
Implants work like a replacement root. They put pressure on the bone the way your real teeth do, which keeps it from breaking down.
You brush and floss like you normally would. No adhesives and no soaking overnight. Your dentist will check on them during regular appointments to make sure everything looks good. That’s pretty much it.
Many tooth replacement options, like dentures, need periodic repairs and must be replaced every 5 or 10 years. Implants aren’t like that. The titanium post fuses with your jawbone, and it’s a permanent solution. It can last you a lifetime.
Dr. Arvi Duka and Dr. Adelina Duka at Framingham Family Dental Care can help you figure out what’s best for you. Give the office a call at (508) 665-2016 to set up an appointment at 434 Old Connecticut Path, 1st Floor, Framingham, MA 01701.