Why Dental Implants Are the Gold Standard in Replacing Teeth

You may have noticed an unusual number of perfect smiles when you’re out and about these days.

One reason may be the growing popularity of dental implants. Few innovations in dentistry have been as transformative as dental implants, whether you’re concerned about replacing one, several, or all of your teeth.

Our expert team at Geneva Dental and Denture Implant Center in Sun City West, Arizona, is dedicated to creating natural-appearing smiles. We specialize in a range of options, including fixed bridges, dentures, and dental implants, ensuring you receive the best possible care.

Here's why dental implants remain the top choice for patients and our team when replacing missing teeth:

Nearly perfect

Dental implants provide a seamless and comfortable solution for tooth replacement by mimicking the appearance and function of natural teeth.

The implant post, composed of biofriendly titanium, is surgically implanted into the jawbone. Once it fuses with the surrounding bone, like a natural root, the post provides outstanding stability as you chew or speak.

A process called soft tissue remodeling allows gum tissue to form a tight seal around the implant, preventing bacteria and other foreign materials from entering the site.

The crowns that top the implant post are made from high-quality porcelain and carefully designed to match your natural tooth color, shape, size, and feel.

Can last a lifetime

Once the implant has fused to bone, the risk of failure is minimal, and crowns are replaceable or repairable if they’re damaged by daily wear and tear.    

Protect jaw health

One of the lesser-known benefits of dental implants is their ability to preserve bone structure.

When an adult loses a tooth, the jawbone in that area loses density over time due to lack of stimulation, sometimes causing a sunken or aged facial appearance.

Because the implant post interacts with the jawbone, implants help prevent this natural phenomenon.

Won’t impact surrounding teeth

Tooth replacement options like traditional bridges require that adjacent teeth are ground down to support the prosthetic tooth. Over time, this can weaken those teeth.

On the other hand, dental implants don’t need support from neighboring teeth since they rely on the implant post for stability and strength.

Improved confidence, comfort, and function

Dental implants are bonded to the jawbone, eliminating the risk of slippage and allowing you to speak, eat, and smile with confidence.

Additionally, chewing efficiency and bite force are comparable to natural teeth, meaning you can enjoy your favorite foods without worry.

Simple care and maintenance

You only need to brush and floss regularly and maintain routine dental checkups to maintain good oral health and ensure implant longevity.

Advanced technology and customized techniques

Digital imaging and 3D printing allow for precise planning and customization of your implants. This improves placement accuracy and can reduce recovery time.

Bone health significantly contributes to implant success. However, when bone quality is insufficient, bone grafting or sinus lifts can be performed to create a solid foundation for the implant.

These ongoing improvements in implant materials and techniques make dental implants an increasingly popular option for replacing missing teeth.  

We also make it more convenient for you here at Geneva Dental and Denture Implant Center since we have our own dental lab and a team of experts to help ensure success.

Schedule a visit today by calling the office or reaching out online. We can help create that perfect smile you’re craving.