1. Implants Keep the Jawbone Healthy
The teeth are anchors for the jawbone. If the teeth are missing, the jawbone will slowly and steadily start to recede.
This is the main reason why edentulous patients experience fit issues with their dentures. Over time, the jawbone shrinks, and the dentures no longer fit properly. They become loose and slip easily. Patients need to start using adhesive to make their dentures more secure. Eventually, they will need to invest in having their dentures relined or replaced.
While this is happening, the jawbone gets thinner and thinner, changing the patient’s facial structure. They even become susceptible to jaw fracture.
When implants are placed, the jawbone and implant integrate and form a support system of sorts. The jawbone stays thick, strong, and healthy.
2. Increased Patient Confidence
When a patient has an ill-fitting denture, they can experience embarrassment and low self-confidence. They’re embarrassed to eat – or even speak – in front of others, worried that their denture might slip or come out. Additionally, as their jawbone recedes, they may dislike the changes to their facial structure and appearance.
Implant dentures in Whittier help patients avoid these eventualities while giving them peace of mind and increasing their confidence.
3. Better-Fitting Dentures Help the Process of Digestion
Digestion starts in the mouth. Ill-fitting dentures impede a person’s ability to chew foods well, not only because the dentures slip but also because they can cause gum sores. Implants provide stability that makes it easier to chew foods that are crunchy, like nutrient-dense foods such as fruits and vegetables.