Why Should I Choose Implants?
Dental Implants preserve the facial structure
They help to keep you looking younger
They allow you to eat what you want, not what you have to
They are a lifelong solution
We can save healthy teeth
Implants improve the quality of your life!
Are There Consequences of Not Replacing Missing Teeth?
Yes! If you do not replace missing/extracted teeth, you may experience...
Loss of natural facial contours
Increased wrinkles
Loss of youthful appearance
Loss of lip support
Nose and chin are closer together
Difficulty chewing
Digestive problems due to the inability to chew food properly
Well, What IS a Dental Implant?
Implant-supported replacement teeth look, feel, and function like natural teeth.
It is possible to do a fixed bridge which is fully implanted, a single tooth, or an implant supported bridge. They are made with materials that are well accepted by the body, allow bone to form a mechanical bond with the implant, and could provide a base to build a replacement tooth or teeth.
Implants Could Work for YOU!
Dental implants could minimize oral bone loss
Reduce compromise to adjacent healthy teeth
Preserve natural facial contours and appearance
Restore oral function in a manner that most closely resembles natural teeth
Why Not a Denture?
Dentures can accelerate bone loss! Complete tooth loss causes the jaw to shrink and significant bone deterioration leads to facial structure collapse. Dentures, partial or full, may cause serious problems. They may move during speech which could become physically and psychologically uncomfortable. It may make it harder to eat and chew food properly. Dentures require ongoing visits to the dentist office for adjustments and relines, costing you time and money! What's worse is that you may need to replace these dentures every 3-5 years.
Are Dental Implants Expensive?
Implants have become more cost effective versus crowns and bridges in the long run. Because crowns and bridges are not built to last a lifetime, you may end up replacing these. Dental implants are made to last! A single tooth dental implant and implant crown may initially cost more than the traditional crown or bridge, but this cost differential will be equalized in about seven years. Invest in your good health!
Are Dental Implants Hard to Care for?
Implants are replacements for your real teeth, so caring for them are similar. Brush and floss your teeth after every meal. Be sure to clean all areas of the implant tooth and use a small brush to reach areas that your toothbrush cannot. Schedule regular appointments to be sure that your implants are working properly and to care for your remaining teeth.
I'd Like to Learn More
We'd love to see you in our office for a consultation! Give us a call at (503) 254-2068 to schedule an appointment with us and to learn about your options regarding our implant surgeries.
--Dr. Gehred and Dr. Horacek
