For some people, there are few more horrifying ideas than the thought of losing teeth. Luckily, when the unthinkable happens, often times there are solutions beyond simply living with it. Prevention is always a dentist’s best advice, but don’t fear judgment and live your life afraid to smile because there are now spaces where teeth used to be. If you are missing teeth, or concerned with your dental health, perhaps it’s time to take action.
Taking Care of your Teeth
A good dental care routine provides prevention at all stages, before any tooth decay or gum disease, and after any corrective procedures. If you are already in the stage of cavities, your first stop is the dentist’s chair for fillings. What if you allowed your problems to progress and developed periodontal (gum) disease? This poses another serious problem because the condition will never go completely away. Your dentist will review your case for periodontal disease treatment options. Establish a good dental care routine to prevent these things from happening in the first place if possible, however. When gum disease is not treated swiftly, it can lead to tooth loss and possible facial collapse.
Dental Implants Offer a Solution
When you are dealing with tooth loss, there is solution to prevent facial collapse. In the past, the primary options for tooth replacement were dental bridges or dentures, depending on the number of teeth missing. While these options improve one’s appearance temporarily, they do not stimulate the jawbone. In more recent times, a bone-stimulating solution was developed: dental implants. A small titanium rod is implanted into the jawbone. Depending on your needs, a dental crown, bridge, or implant-retained denture is used to create the aesthetics of a natural smile. Dental implants bond with and stimulate the jaw, preventing bone loss and the sunken in appearance of facial collapse. Dental implants look and function just like natural teeth.
About Downey Family Cosmetic Dental
Come visit Dr. Hadis Reyhani, Dr. Ben Reyhani, and Dr. Pasha Hakimzadeh for a smile evaluation. Our skilled dentists also provide a variety of other restorative, preventive, and cosmetic dental services for the entire family. Downey Family Cosmetic Dentistry serves patients from Downey, Lakewood, Whittier, Pico Rivera, Norwalk, and surrounding communities. If you would like to schedule a consultation, call us at (562)472-2433.
