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Top 5 Benefits of Dental Implants for Seniors
Age will impact not only your general health but also your oral health. Over the years, your teeth may become worn, weak or damaged due to extensive use. Many seniors even lose their teeth due to decay or gum disease. At Stein Family Dentistry, we recommend dental implants for seniors to resolve tooth loss issues permanently. Restoring lost teeth with implants will improve how you look, speak and eat and enable you to live a high quality of life.
A visit to Dr. Andy Stein in Spokane, Washington, can determine if implants fit you well.
Here are some of the major benefits of getting implants in your senior years:
1. An Attractive, Authentic SmileÂ
Implants resemble natural teeth so closely that it’s hard to distinguish them. That’s because implants replace both the crown and roots of your tooth to mimic the structure of real teeth. Implants can restore your smile’s original beauty with teeth that look and feel natural and real. With an attractive, confident smile, you’ll never feel self-conscious about your appearance.
2. Improved Comfort
Implant teeth are anchored by titanium posts that function like tooth roots. These posts integrate with your bone tissue permanently. Once in place, Dr. Stein will attach your new teeth to complete your smile. Unlike dentures, which can feel awkward or bulky, implant teeth feel natural and comfortable in your mouth. They’ll cause you no discomfort or pain when you bite or chew. They’ll also never come loose.
3. Restored Tooth Functionality
When replacing lost teeth, functionality should be a priority for seniors. You want strong, secure restorations capable of withstanding years of quality use. Dental implants fit that bill! You can eat various foods with implants, including raw fruits and vegetables, crunchy nuts, crispy crackers and even a juicy steak! Implants restore full tooth functionality so you can eat a balanced diet and get full nutritional value from your meals.
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4. Better Oral Health
You can prevent dental issues and enjoy better oral health by getting implants. Implants prevent bone loss and keep your jaw strong and healthy. They keep your remaining teeth from shifting to keep your smile straight and even. Implants disperse your chewing power evenly to avoid uneven wear and tear on your teeth. By completing your smile with implants, Dr. Stein makes it easier to maintain good oral hygiene to prevent cavities.
5. Higher Quality of Life
You can enjoy a higher quality of life in your senior years with implants. You’ll have a healthy, functional smile that you can show off proudly! You’ll feel comfortable and confident in social settings and be able to enjoy the simple pleasures of smiling, laughing, chatting, and eating with friends that make life worth living!
Dental Implants for Seniors Near Me
Contact Dr. Andy Stein from Stein Family Dentistry in Spokane, WA, at (509) 463-1770 to learn more about our implant treatments.
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Dr. Andy Stein is the owner and Lead Dentist of Stein Family Dentistry. He graduated from Oregon Institute of Technology with a Degree in Biology and Business, received his Doctorate of Medical Dentistry from the Oregon Health Science University, and completed his general practice residency program at the Veterans Affairs Hospital in Salt Lake City. He worked for a community health center for three years, developing his skills in and passion for dentistry.
Dr. Stein is a member of the American Dental Association, Washington State Dental Association, American Academy of Implant Dentistry, and the Frank Spear Study Club. He was an active leader in the Southern Oregon Dental Society before relocating to Spokane. He is very enthusiastic about continuing education.