Dental implants are essentially small titanium screws that the dentist surgically places in one’s jawbone to replace one’s missing teeth. The titanium eventually fuses with the jawbone to offer secure and robust support for replacement teeth. But why do you need dental implants? What happens if you don’t replace your missing teeth? Find the answers below. 

Aesthetics

While it’s easy for someone with all their teeth intact to say, “Appearance is not all that matters,” a person with even a single missing tooth can be emotionally strained about it. And it’s perfectly natural to be so – our confidence is greatly affected by our aesthetics. So, one or more missing teeth can seriously hamper one’s emotional health and cause them to be depressed and ashamed of their smile. That’s where dental implants come in. By acting just like natural tooth roots and being the closest thing to natural teeth, implants have been proven to boost one’s confidence and self-esteem. 

Oral Well-being

Even a single missing tooth can disturb the balance of your dental structure. Normal oral functions, like eating and chewing, can cause your teeth (especially those closest to the gap created by the missing tooth/teeth) to shift from their positions. It eventually causes more teeth to fall out and your facial structure to deteriorate. Further, the lack of even a single tooth leads to bone loss. Dental implants, by fusing with the jawbone, not only prevent bone loss but also retain the original structure of your face and keep other teeth intact. 

Convenience

Missing teeth can be uncomfortable – you lose the ability to eat and speak properly. As a result, people end up changing their diet to make the experience less uncomfortable. Dental implants not only help you speak properly again but also imposes no restrictions on food – you can eat anything and everything you want. 

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Billerica Family Dental takes pride in giving many people their lost smile, confidence and oral health back. Call us today to let Billerica dental implants change your life.

If you ask adults why they feel anxious about going to the dentist, you’ll often find the reason embedded in their childhood when they had a terrible dentistry experience. At Billerica Family Dental, we understand the significance of early dental visits for your child in shaping their oral future. That’s why we have made sure that our children’s dental clinic is welcoming to kids and ensures a positive and fun experience for them. Dr. Niraja Patel and Dr. Jimish Patel and their family-friendly staff are exceptional at engaging with kids. 

The right age to bring your kids in

It is ideal for you to bring your child to us as soon as their baby teeth start erupting. That will give our experts a chance to monitor their growth and prevent any development issues that your kid might have. It also gives us time to make your kids comfortable with our environment and learn about the equipment used and its procedures. 

Dental Services for the little ones

Preventive dentistry is the key when it comes to maintaining the ideal oral health of kids. That’s why, at Billerica Family Dental, we offer effective services to make sure that the oral health of your kids is the last thing you worry about. Our experts recommend bringing your child in for routine check-ups and cleanings to prevent cavities, infections and plaque. We also offer custom made mouthguards and night guards for kids who are engaged in contact sports or have a bad habit of grinding their teeth. Other services include dental sealants to prevent tooth decay and offering parents expert tips on how to get their kids to break away from the habits of thumb-sucking, tongue-thrusting and pacifier use. 

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If you want nothing less than the best children’s dentistry in Billerica for your kid, it’s time to visit our clinic. Dr. Niraja Patel and Dr. Jimish Patel will take care of your child’s oral health in the best possible way and shape the perfect oral future for your precious little ones.