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When some people lose their natural teeth, they have to fight an uphill emotional battle. They may lose their confidence and begin to withdraw from social situations. If that is true of you, you can be confident that your dentist understands how you feel and wants to help. They might suggest that you receive dental implants<\/a>. This remarkable form of tooth replacement has the potential to boost your confidence in at least four different ways:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

They Look and Feel Natural<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With dental implants, there is no need to be afraid that your prosthetic teeth will look fake. Your dentist will take great care to design your crown, bridge, or denture so it complements your natural facial features and blends in well with your remaining natural dentition. Plus, once you fully recover from your implant procedure, your new teeth will likely feel <\/em>very natural \u2014 almost like the teeth you lost!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They Can Make You Look Years Younger<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Missing teeth can make you look years older than you really are. Not only are gaps in your smile a potential sign of advancing age, but a lack of support for your cheeks can cause them to look sunken. Dental implants can help you to regain some of your youthful glow by filling out your cheeks and giving you a complete smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They Can Improve Your Speech<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Edentulism (the state of being toothless) can adversely affect your ability to enunciate certain sounds. Your speech may not be as crisp, clear, and powerful as it once was. That is because speech is the result of complex interactions between the teeth, tongue, and other oral structures. Once your teeth are restored with dental implants, you can expect to be able to communicate with confidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Plus, unlike regular dentures, dental implants do not cover the roof of your mouth, so they are unlikely to cause you to develop a lisp.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They Provide a Strong Bite<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Depending on the type of dental implant treatment you receive, your bite force may be restored to up to 90% of what it was when you had full use of your natural teeth. Therefore, you can go out to dinner with friends or reenter the dating scene without worrying about embarrassment over the dietary restrictions caused by missing teeth. Additionally, the ability to eat a varied diet can help you get all the nutrition your body needs to feel good \u2014 and feeling good can be a big confidence helper!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dental implants may be able to improve your self-image and help you enjoy the fullest life possible. Your dentist can help you determine if they are an appropriate treatment for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meet the Practice<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The team of dentists and specialists at Gillis Dental is proud to provide start-to-finish dental implant care for the Needham community. If you are struggling with poor oral health and\/or missing teeth, we are ready to design a treatment plan to help you enjoy improved wellness and heightened confidence. To learn more about how we may be able to serve you, contact our office<\/a> at 781-202-6357.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"When some people lose their natural teeth, they have to fight an uphill emotional battle. They may lose their confidence and begin to withdraw from social situations. If that is true of you, you can be confident that your dentist understands how you feel and wants to help. They might suggest that you receive dental implants. 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