There are many reasons adults may be missing some teeth. Perhaps they never developed during their youth, an accident knocked them out, never had regular dental check ups or sadly, poor dental hygiene could all lead to missing teeth. There are a variety of ways to replace or fill in for those missing teeth such as dentures. This is the most common, quickly done and least expensive method. Another option is bridges. These are fixed to adjacent healthy teeth, which are filed down to accommodate it. Then there is the option of dental implants. You dental health care team at Lynn Dental Care can give you the information and guidance needed to selecting which method is best for you.

Waiting until you are an adult is not just for financial reasoning. It is standard practice to allow time for bone growth to be complete. careful evaluation of your physical condition and your medical history are the first steps in determining whether you are a good candidate for dental implants. People with certain medical conditions, taking certain prescription medicines may require additional treatment. Those who smoke are known to have success with dental implants. It will be a decision between your dental team at Lynn Dental Care and you to determine if you qualify.

Dental implants can easily last your lifetime, granted you take proper care of them. Even though they are known for durability and strength, they still need to be protected from traumas that could potentially cause chips or cracks. Bridges and crowns can still decay and dentures may slip. With dental implants, you won’t have to worry about tooth decay. However, good basic dental hygiene is still needed to keep the gums and your mouth in general clean and healthy.

Your dental team at Lynn Dental Care will work with you to choose the type of implant that will best suit you and your lifestyle. Your speech, bite and smile are individual traits and your dentist will guide you to make the selection that best suits you. Dental implants are not a ‘one-size-fits-all’ method, each tooth is custom fit.

The biggest downside to dental implants is they can be an overwhelming commitment. They are the most expensive method for replacing missing teeth and it can take several trips back to the chair with a good amount of downtime in between appointments while getting the proper fitting in place. There are many people who chose this method and are willing to make the sacrifices deciding that is well worth the rewards. Make your appointment today at Lynn Dental Care and get your path to great dental rewards started!