Missing teeth can put quite a damper on your Thanksgiving celebrations. Without a complete smile, you’re likely to have trouble eating certain foods, which can make it difficult to enjoy the big meal. If you don’t want this to become a normal Thanksgiving for you, then you may want to think about getting dental implants. Here’s how this state-of-the-art solution for tooth replacement could help you have a much better Thanksgiving next year!
What are Dental Implants?
Dental implants are effectively artificial tooth roots. They take the form of screwlike posts that are surgically placed into the jaw so that they can fuse with the bone. Depending on how many teeth need to be replaced, dental implants can potentially support crowns, bridges, and even full dentures.
How Can Dental Implants Help You Enjoy Thanksgiving?
It’s no secret that dental implants can go a long way toward improving your overall quality of life, and the benefits they provide will only become more obvious when the time comes to enjoy a holiday meal with your family. Here are some of the ways dental implants can make Thanksgiving better:
- They Let You Eat Whatever You Want: One notable advantage that dental implants have over traditional dentures and bridges is that they can provide bite power that’s nearly on par with that of your natural teeth. As a result, you’ll be able to eat all of your favorite Thanksgiving foods again; you’ll no longer need to worry about missing out on the turkey or the fresh vegetables!
- They Help Promote Oral Health: It’s easier to have a happy Thanksgiving when your smile is in good condition. Luckily, your dental implants can promote your oral health in a variety of ways. For example, they can actively prevent bone loss in your jaw, and they can stop the natural teeth you still have from drifting out of alignment.
- They Can Improve Your Confidence: Dental implants feel very natural inside your mouth, and the replacement teeth they support will be customized to look as lifelike as possible. As such, they can go a long way toward boosting your self-esteem, which can help you feel a lot more confident when you’re interacting with rarely seen friends and loved ones at the big Thanksgiving gathering.
Bear in mind that getting dental implants can take months, so you won’t be able to have them placed before this Thanksgiving. But if you begin the process now, chances are your new smile will be ready in time for next year’s Thanksgiving festivities! Reach out to your dentist if you’re interested in scheduling your first dental implant consultation.
About the Author
Dr. Mark R. Guillory studied dentistry at Meharry Medical College in Nashville, TN. He received state-of-the-art training at the Carl Misch Implant Institute, and he is a member of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry. He’s proud to be able to offer start-to-finish dental implant procedures at his Cleveland, TX practice, New U Dentures & Implants. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Guillory, visit his website or call (281) 592-6398.