Dental implants have become more and more popular in recent years, with patients being drawn increasingly to the durability and realism that this method of tooth replacement has to offer. For sure, a well-placed dental implant is capable of doing a lot for your oral health, and in fact might improve your overall wellness.
There are even some reasons to think that dental implants are capable of extending your lifespan. If you’re curious, here’s what you should know about the prospect of tooth replacement increasing your lifespan.
Build a Better Diet
One of the main things that dental implants afford you when compared to other kinds of dental work, and particularly when compared to toothlessness, is a stronger bite. The number and variety of foods that you’re going to be able to eat will expand greatly, allowing you to enjoy a much more balanced diet.
When patients get dentures, they often experience a marked decline in certain key nutritional markers due to an impaired ability to eat what they want. You’ll never have this problem when it comes to dental implants.
Keep Gum Disease at Bay
People often think that gum disease is purely a problem for their teeth, but recent research suggests that oral infection can contribute to significant health issues. Studies suggest that bacteria from the mouth is capable of entering the bloodstream and wreaking havoc across the body, leading to increased chances of heart disease, diabetes, and even dementia.
Patients often find that dental implants are much easier to clean than other methods of tooth replacement, which often means better oral health outcomes for them. In this way, dental implants are capable of making your general health much better in the long run.
A Little Inspiration
Once you have your dental implants, you might be inspired to take better care of your teeth—and your health in general. Quitting smoking, eating better, and visiting your dentist more often can suddenly seem like appealing opportunities for self-improvement. In this way, dental implants can indirectly, but dramatically, make your health feel much better.
About the Author
Dr. Eduardo R. Lorenzana has been a periodontist for over 25 years, and in that time, he’s been able to see firsthand what dental implants are capable of doing for his patients. Being able to transform people’s smiles in an enduring way is still enormously gratifying for him and motivates him to work his hardest each day. Dr. Lorenzana received his dental degree and Certificate in Periodontics from the Baylor College of Dentistry. He has serves as the Communications Officer, Study Clubs Coordinator, and current Section Chair for the United States Section of the International Team for Implantology (ITI).
If you have any questions about dental implants, he can be reached at his website or by phone at (210) 492-3519.