Dental Implant Basics | Resources and links to information on dental implants

Some people might fear undergoing a dental implant procedure and prefer the conventional dentures, or the simpler bridge, where artificial teeth are attached to existing teeth. Those who have chosen dental implants describe the benefits of not having to worry about slipping and clicking dentures. They feel more confident and enjoy eating a variety of food. Having bridges may damage the existing healthy teeth to which it is attached, and dentures need to be readjusted when the gums shrink as you age. Dental implants also look and feel more like natural teeth, and it prevents bone loss and gum recession, avoiding distortions on your face, especially the cheek area, that makes denture-users look older when they remove their dentures.

With dental implants, you not only look and feel good, but you maintain your overall oral health.