Dentures v/s Dental Implants: What’s better for your Oral Health?

While there is no substitute for natural teeth, anything close that makes you feel comfortable and restores your oral health is something worth considering. Missing teeth are more than just the epicenter of being the reason behind embarrassment. If left untreated, it can lead to severe oral health issues. So if you have missing tooth/teeth, talk to us and we will suggest you the right option.

Weighing the pros and cons of dentures and dental implants

Dentures and dental implants enhance self-confidence, improve chewing ability and speech, support facial muscles and above all save the person from any kind of embarrassment. While the purpose of both the cosmetic dental tools is the same, there are differences between the two that set them apart and these are:

• Dental implants are a modern solution to the problem of missing tooth/teeth in which the damaged root is extracted, a metal prosthetic tooth root is implanted into the bone and then a crown is placed on it to protect its surface. This procedure requires sufficient bone strength so that the results are immaculate. On the other hand, partial or full dentures are removable prosthetic teeth that are fitted in the mouth no matter how much bone is there. Because of the complexity of the procedure involved, dental implants are more expensive than dentures.

• If you are aiming at a long-term solution for your dental health, then dental implants score extra points over the dentures because implants are fixed just like your natural teeth and don’t slip.

• As far as maintenance is concerned, dental implants can be taken care of just like your natural teeth which means you can continue brushing and flossing the way you have been doing. For this reason, dental implants are a one-time investment that helps the patient move towards better oral health and hygiene.

Which of the two is better for me?

When you are confused regarding the ideal solution to the problem, consider the following points:

• If you are young and can spend a few hours on the dental chair without discomfort, opt for implants.

• A prosthetic post can be supported if the bone density is considerably high. If not, then choose dentures.

• Dentures require more maintenance in comparison to implants. If you cannot take care of the artificial set of teeth, then implants are the obvious choice.

Soliciting the consultation of your dentist in making the choice can help you. Talk to us at West Vaughan Dental by calling 905.893.3368.