How to avoid tooth loss and how to replace missing teeth with dental implants
Tooth loss occurs as a result of many different reasons, however it is important to note that it is not a natural part of the ageing process and should not be taken lightly. It is very important that you visit your dentist on a regular basis, at least once every six months and more often if possible so that you can maintain your natural teeth for the whole of your life. Early tooth loss can have a range of implications, but if you look after your teeth from an early age then you can avoid the many complications of tooth loss. To begin with, you need to maintain excellent dental hygiene at home. This includes brushing your teeth at least twice a day using a suitable toothbrush and a good fluoride toothpaste, flossing at least once to remove food particles, plaque and tartar from between your teeth and maintaining a healthy diet and a healthy lifestyle throughout all stages of life.
As mentioned you need to visit the dentist at least once every six months but you also need to visit the hygienist once every six months. Our hygienist will remove plaque and tartar from your teeth and examine your teeth and gums very carefully for any signs of tooth decay or gum disease. Tooth decay and gum disease are the main causes of missing teeth. Other causes of tooth loss include an accident or an injury, poor lifestyle choices such as smoking or drug abuse and certain illnesses such as diabetes, arthritis and cancer. Certain medications can also cause early tooth loss. This includes chemotherapy.
If you have a wobbly tooth, if you have missing teeth or if you have been booked in for a tooth extraction then you need to speak to us at Smilecare Dental Centre and find out about replacing your missing teeth as soon as possible. Tooth loss quickly results in more missing teeth, therefore the quicker you replace the missing tooth the fewer complications you will face. Here at Smilecare Dental Centre we prefer dental implants Archway for replacing missing teeth.
Dental implants; the long-term answer
Dental implants Archway are a permanent solution for tooth loss that have been used for over 60 years and can last for the whole of your life. Dental implants Archway are small titanium medical-grade screws that are designed to become permanent fixtures in your mouth and replace the roots of your missing tooth so that the visible part can be restored with a crown or a set of dentures according to how many teeth you are replacing. Dental implants can be used to replace a single tooth or multiple missing teeth. Dental implants can even be used to replace all of your teeth. The number of implants that you need varies according to how many teeth you are replacing. The type of implants that you need also vary from patient to patient. Our dentist has extensive experience in dental implant surgery and will put together an excellent treatment plan for you.