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Are you a denture-wearer? Are you tired of the way your restoration slips when eating or how it grows uncomfortable when slight changes occur to your jawbone? If so, you may be wondering how dental implants feel when surgically put into place. These superior tooth replacement solutions are designed to look just like natural teeth, but do they really feel as good as your dentist suggests? Read on to find out the truth about these unique prosthetics and why it’s worth the investment for a more permanent, longer-lasting smile.
How Do Implants Feel Immediately After Placement?
Having dental implants put into place requires undergoing oral surgery. Just like any other type of dental procedure, you can expect to feel some soreness and minor discomfort once the anesthesia wears off. Fortunately, these symptoms are only temporary and will fade over time, allowing you to enjoy the many benefits of your dental implants. Naturally, you will likely have some sensitivity in the beginning because of the newness of your restorations and the osseointegration that must occur between your implants, bone, and surrounding tissues. This is why it is best to avoid hot or cold foods or beverages in the days following your procedure.
The good news is that once your custom restoration is secured into place, you’ll be able to use your dental implants just as you would your regular teeth.
Why Do They Feel More Natural Than Dentures?
Unlike traditional dentures that only sit on top of your gums, dental implants are designed to mimic the natural tooth structure, including the root. By surgically placing them into your jawbone, the post continues to stimulate this area of your mouth, keeping your facial shape intact and preventing potential collapse. They also prevent nearby, healthy teeth from shifting out of place.
Dental implants are truly the only tooth replacement solution that can restore your smile from the root up. From the titanium post that fuses with the bone and tissue, recreating the tooth’s non-visible structure to the custom-made restoration that is made using high-quality materials to mimic the natural look of your tooth enamel, you can expect a natural restoration that looks and feels just like regular teeth.
Not to mention, dental implants allow you to enjoy all your favorite foods because of the increased stability and functionality that comes from surgically placing these restorations into your jawbone.
Don’t fall victim to the mentality that dentures are the only way to replace your missing teeth. Consider the alternative and choose dental implants. You can expect a more natural and longer-lasting solution that allows you to enjoy your smile for decades.
About the Author
Dr. Gary Rosenfeld completed his doctorate at Columbia University Dental School in 1984 before completing a General Practice Residency at Sea View Hospital on Staten Island. Honored by the New York State Dental Society for completing more than 1,000 hours of continuing education throughout his career, Dr. Rosenfeld is FirstFit certified and can provide dental procedures more efficiently and quickly. He and his team at Island Daily Dental Care are pleased to provide dental implant placement and restoration in-house, so no referral is needed for patients looking to replace their missing teeth. To learn more about this unique tooth replacement solution, visit our website or call (631) 286-9000.