{"id":1209,"date":"2019-08-02T16:39:29","date_gmt":"2019-08-02T16:39:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.compassdentalga.com\/blog\/?p=1209"},"modified":"2019-08-19T16:41:32","modified_gmt":"2019-08-19T16:41:32","slug":"dental-implants-in-savannah-health-and-safety-benefits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.compassdentalga.com\/blog\/2019\/08\/02\/dental-implants-in-savannah-health-and-safety-benefits\/","title":{"rendered":"Discover the Health and Safety Benefits of Receiving Dental Implants"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.compassdentalga.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/AdobeStock_224993104__1563306526_43862.jpg\" alt=\"a dental implant bridge\" class=\"wp-image-1210\" width=\"271\" height=\"204\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.compassdentalga.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/AdobeStock_224993104__1563306526_43862.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.compassdentalga.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/AdobeStock_224993104__1563306526_43862-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.compassdentalga.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/AdobeStock_224993104__1563306526_43862-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 271px) 100vw, 271px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>When a tooth is missing, you have two options: replace it\nor leave it alone. Unfortunately, many people opt for the latter simply because\nof the cost. Dental work isn\u2019t cheap, but what most individuals don\u2019t realize\nis forgoing treatment, especially a missing tooth, can lead to serious problems.\nNot only will your oral health suffer greatly but so will your overall well-being.\nIf you\u2019re facing this situation and are unsure of what to do, check out this\narticle to find out why <a href=\"https:\/\/www.compassdentalga.com\/dental-implants.html\">dental implants in\nSavannah<\/a> should be considered over traditional dentures or worse, an\nuntreated open socket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Can Happen if a Missing Tooth is Left Untreated?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether it is extracted or not, a missing tooth should be\nreplaced as soon as possible. Too often, people walk around with missing teeth\nand choose not to seek treatment because of cost, time, or even fear. When\nthese instances happen, there are many problems that can arise, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Changes in facial appearance<\/strong>: While this\nmight not seem important to some, even one missing tooth can cause changes to\noccur in your appearance. Patients missing an entire arch of teeth can\nexperience full facial collapse or sagging. <\/li><li><strong>Increased risk for gum disease<\/strong>: If\nbacteria is allowed to grow and spread below the gum line, it can begin to\nweaken the bone, and inflammation can enter the bloodstream, leading to cardiovascular\ndisease, neurological disorders, and other health-related conditions. <\/li><li><strong>Weakened jawbone<\/strong>:When a tooth\nroot is no longer stimulating the jawbone, it will weaken over time. Because it\nserves as the foundation for your teeth, it can cause them to loosen or even\nfall out. <\/li><li><strong>Misaligned teeth<\/strong>: If one tooth is\nmissing, your nearby natural teeth will begin to shift to try and move into its\nplace. This can move your teeth out of alignment and lead to problems with your\nbite and result in a need for orthodontic treatment.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Are Dental Implants Better Than Traditional Dentures?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dental implants are a safer, superior form of restorative treatment.\nWhy? Because they truly restore your teeth from the roots up. Made of titanium,\nimplant posts mimic your tooth root and surgically placed into your jawbone.\nThis helps to keep the bone stimulated, eliminating the possibility of it\nweakening over time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you\u2019ve had time to heal at home, and your implants have\nproperly fused to your bone and surrounding tissues, your dentist in Savannah\nwill place your custom prosthetic. Individuals needing a single tooth implant,\na dental implant bridge, or an implant-retained denture can benefit from this\ntype of procedure. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You might be asking, \u201cImplants sound great, but why not just\ngo with traditional dentures?\u201d Here\u2019s why:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Stability<\/strong>: Traditional dentures sit on\ntop of the gum line, whereas, dental implants are surgically placed in the\njawbone. <\/li><li><strong>Full restoration<\/strong>: Yes, dentures make it\npossible to restore the look of a smile, but only dental implants can fully\nrestore your entire tooth.<\/li><li><strong>Longevity<\/strong>: Regular dentures require relining,\nreadjusting, and replacing over time. Dental implants are designed to last\ndecades if not a lifetime.<\/li><li><strong>Maintenance<\/strong>: If you want to spend less\ntime maintaining your new smile, dental implants are the way to go. Traditional\ndentures require that you remove them, carefully brush them (careful not to\ndrop them or they\u2019ll break), and soak them overnight. Implants only require you\nto continue your regular oral hygiene routine of brushing, flossing, and\nrinsing.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you know the valuable benefits of not only\nreplacing a missing tooth but choosing dental implants over traditional\ndentures, you can feel confident moving forward with restoring your smile. Don\u2019t\nwait any longer to see a complete smile. Talk to your dentist in Savannah today\nabout your dental implant options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author <br><\/strong>Dr. Charles Fana opened Compass Dental in 2000 to serve the patients of Savannah and surrounding communities. His passion for dentistry started at a young age, receiving braces during his senior year of high school. Going on to serve as a dental assistant in college, he earned his undergraduate degree from Florida State University and his dental degree from the University of Louisville. In the years after graduation, he spent time at the L.D. Pankey Institute, completing the entire curriculum to become an expert in porcelain restorations, dental implants, and TMJ Therapy. To find out more about Dr. Fana, visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.compassdentalga.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or call <strong>(912) 352-3955<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When a tooth is missing, you have two options: replace it or leave it alone. Unfortunately, many people opt for the latter simply because of the cost. Dental work isn\u2019t cheap, but what most individuals don\u2019t realize is forgoing treatment, especially a missing tooth, can lead to serious problems. 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