Your complete and vibrant smile may seem on the surface to be a cosmetic accessory, like a pair of Air Jordans or a Gucci handbag. But it's more than that. A recent survey of Australians compiled some prevalent attitudes about a pleasant smile. Here are the highlights of their findings:
- Six in ten believe a good smile gives you confidence
- Nearly five in ten would improve their teeth over any other facial feature
- Better than half surveyed would smile more if they liked its appearance
One thing that certainly detracts from a pleasant smile is missing teeth. And if you're interested in the gold standard for tooth replacement, Dr Matthew Kinsella and his implant dentistry team in Perth, WA, are excited to share an overview of dental implants.
How We Use Dental Implants in Perth
Versatility is among the significant benefits of dental implants, and our team is experienced with all forms of dental implant restoration. Here is a breakdown of your options.
- Single tooth – This is the most straightforward application of a dental implant. After healing, your artificial root is connected to a dental implant which stands in for one missing tooth.
- Implant bridge – For several adjacent missing teeth, we can provide a dental bridge that anchors to one or more implants. This appliance is fixed and cannot be removed.
- Implant partial denture – This option may be ideal if you're more interested in a removable appliance but still have some healthy, natural teeth. The implanted root provides exceptional stability, and precision attachments make it easy to snap the denture in and out, removing it for cleaning and maintenance.
- Full implant denture – Our implant dentist can offer several configurations for a complete, implant-supported denture. No other denture option is more secure and better for your bone health than a custom-built denture that snaps into the proper number of implant bases.
Dental Implant Care Is Vital
How you care for your implant denture depends on its type. With fixed options, like a single tooth or implant bridges, you treat the restoration like natural teeth. You brush and floss them daily and maintain regular dental visits so we can monitor their wear.
Implant dentures have a care routine similar to conventional dentures. First, you will remove the denture portion for cleaning, as Dr Kinsella recommends. Additionally, you will brush your gums, cheeks and tongue to keep those tissues fresh and plaque-free. By maintaining both your mouth and denture, you can minimise irritation and avoid sores from food debris stuck in your denture.
Perth General Dentist Who Provides Implant Dentistry
Dr Kinsella and his team aim to help you achieve a smile you want the world to see. Our goal is to watch your confidence soar as you enjoy the benefits of a complete set of teeth. We invite you to contact our Perth dental clinic to learn more about dental implants today.