Did you know your teeth are important for more than just chewing? Not only do they create a beautiful smile, but they also allow you to speak clearly. Losing even a single tooth can have detrimental consequences for your oral health, quality of life, and self-esteem; however, missing teeth can also affect the shape of your face. Research has found an incomplete smile can make you look 10 years older, and here’s why.

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If you want to replace your missing teeth permanently, dental implants are the solution for you. The unique treatment replicates both the root and crown. The process occurs in several steps, which can take a few months to complete. The first step is your placement surgery to insert a titanium post into your jawbone to mimic a root. However, you must have the adequate bone density to support the post. Unfortunately, bone loss is a common complication of missing teeth. If you’ve lost bone, you may need a sinus lift before getting dental implants. Although you may not have anticipated another step in your treatment plan, here’s why your dentist is recommending the surgical procedure.

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