Sports can be rough: football tackles that de-cleat players, elbows thrown in basketball, fighting in hockey. Whether you play one of these sports professionally or just for fun, you’re no doubt aware of the bodily harm that is possible. Maybe during a game or practice, you’ve suffered one of these blows to the face and it left you minus one or more teeth that couldn’t be saved. If you’re looking for tooth replacement, dental implants are considered the gold standard. To learn more about the benefits of this treatment, especially for those who are physically active and athletic, read on!
A Bottom-to-Top Solution
Unlike dentures or bridges, dental implants are anchored to the jawbone, providing a more stable, secure fit than neighboring teeth or your gums can.
For this treatment, a small titanium post is surgically inserted into the jawbone. During a 3 to 6-month process called osseointegration, the post will fuse with the bone, creating an artificial root of sorts.
The crown, or the visible part of the tooth, is then placed on top of the implant to complete the restoration.
(Pretty Much) Just Like the Real Thing
Implants are the closest you can get to restoring your natural teeth. They’re extremely durable and secured by your jawbone, ensuring they won’t click, slide around, or fall out of your mouth during your next big game!
They allow the patient to carry out everyday functions like eating and speaking without any disruption. There is no restrictive diet you’ll have to stick to just because you have implants.
And that’s before mentioning a natural-looking smile restoration you can show off and be proud of!
Your Surrounding Teeth Don’t Suffer
Bridges require support from the teeth adjacent to the gap, which must be shaped to fit an abutment and carry more of the workload when it comes to chewing and speaking.
With an implant, you preserve the bone you have in your jaw and don’t disrupt teeth that neighbor the restoration site. It acts as its own tooth and gives you uniform performance and attractiveness across your smile.
A Fixed Fix
With dental implants, you can rest assured that they won’t fall out of your mouth when you’re running for a touchdown or going out for after-game pizza. It is advised, though, that you still wear a mouthguard while playing sports as it will protect your real and prosthetic teeth by absorbing the impact of a hit to your face.
Care for Them Like Regular Teeth
Unlike dentures, which need their own special cleaning method and soaking, you maintain your implants just like you would your natural teeth; that means brushing for two minutes twice a day, regular flossing, and gargling with mouthwash. No taking any device out of your mouth and cleaning it required! Also, make sure you’re drinking plenty of water, not just to stay hydrated for ball games but for your overall oral health!
You want to be number one in your field, so why settle for anything less when it comes to tooth restoration?
About the Practice
Do you need to replace missing teeth? Smile More Dentistry has you covered with options ranging from single-tooth replacement to implant dentures to bridges. Our team provides all-inclusive care under one roof, premier craftsmanship, and personalized treatment plans for each patient. Want more information? Visit us online or call our Tappan office at (845) 675-1512.