There can be no denying that missing teeth are noticeable and that completing your smile is always going to be aesthetically pleasing. Finding a convenient and practical solution to replacing your missing teeth may feel like a challenge, but at Clapham South Dental Centre we have dental implants Clapham ready to solve the puzzle. Dental implants Clapham are reliable because they shouldn’t loosen, no matter what you eat or how much you speak. The finish of dental implants also looks completely natural, so you won’t have to worry about other people realising that you don’t have all of your own teeth. And, of course, who doesn’t love a bit of cloak and dagger? If you don’t tell, we certainly won’t! We’re Team Mysterious all the way!

What are dental implants?

To explain dental implants, it makes sense to think about your natural teeth first. Natural teeth are attached to the jawbone with a root. When you have lost one or more of your teeth, replacement teeth such as crowns, bridges, or dentures can be used; however, they don’t have roots. Dental implants are the equivalent of roots for your replacement teeth to be attached to so that they are firmly fixed in place.

We use screws to attach the implant to the jawbone, and the body’s tissues fuse around them to hold them in position. This stable ‘root’ is what we can then attach the replacement teeth to. You won’t remove your replacement teeth at night; they will stay in situ and act like your natural teeth. You must take care of them the same way you would your natural teeth by simply brushing, flossing and coming to see us for checkups!

Sounds great! Any other benefits?

The benefits of dental implants Clapham are not just how great your smile will look and the fact that they are held firmly in place, but also the fact that having a complete set of teeth will mean you won’t need to avoid eating certain foods. If you want to chomp into an apple or crunch on a carrot, you won’t have to worry about your replacement teeth loosening. You will also find that you can protect any remaining natural teeth from being over-exposed to bacteria, meaning that you prevent further issues down the line.

For some people, having missing teeth can also lead to a drawn appearance on their faces, which can cause ageing. By adding structure back into your face with a complete smile, dental implants could even make you look younger. What’s not to love?! If you’ve also experienced any speech difficulties, jaw pains or problems with chewing, dental implants could resolve these issues.

We’re here for you!

If you would like to learn more about how we can help you get a wonderful smile with dental implants, book a consultation, and we’ll be happy to examine your mouth and discuss the treatment options. If our dentist suggests dental implants, then we could get your smile looking just right in as little as two appointments. We can’t wait to see you and put a smile on your face!