Today, dental implants are coming a step closer to providing artificial teeth that look natural and feel secure. Implants help to maintain the bony support of the jaws which is necessary for the facial tissues to maintain a beautiful, youthful appearance. Implants can replace one or more teeth, provide support for a partial denture, or be used to attach a full denture. They are not an option for everyone. You must be in good health, have healthy gums, have adequate bone to support the implant and be committed to excellent oral hygiene and regular dental visits.
Implants require a considerable investment of time and discretionary income.
Yet for those of you who have lost just a single tooth, or who have difficulty with removable appliances, it is time and money well invested. As you can see, you have several option to replace your missing teeth. All of them work, but implants work better, last longer, and are less detrimental to your mouth. Just like you could buy a good pair of shoes or a cheaper pair of shoes. Both will work, but the good pair will last longer, and look and feel better.