The importance of replacing lost teeth is underscored by the fact that prosthetics were among the first dental restorations ever created (in the forms of primitive crowns, bridges, and dentures). Today, replacement teeth have become more stable and lifelike than ever before – thanks in large part to the innovation of dental implants.
For instance, patients who’ve worn dentures for several years may be familiar with their propensity to become loose and shift around. However, with the support of one or more dental implants, your dentures can rest as securely along your dental ridge as your natural teeth and their roots. (more…)