Parental dental tips

As a senior citizen, you're bound to come across tooth loss at some point. Older people are prone to gum disease, tooth decay and dental trauma, which makes it even more critical for you to take care of your teeth.

Dental implants are one of the most effective solutions when replacing missing teeth. As you continue to age, gaps in your dental formula will accumulate plaque and promote the tooth decay process. Missing teeth also result in alignment issues because of awkward spacing.

If you need to replace a missing tooth as a senior, consider dental implants as your first option. This article will show you why.

1. Maintain a healthy diet as you age

Dental implants have the appearance and feel of natural teeth. While the base is made of titanium, the top surface consists of a porcelain cap. No one will be able to tell that you have an implant because they fit seamlessly inside your mouth. But more importantly, dental implants allow you to maintain a healthy diet.

Seniors need a combination of proteins, vitamins, carbs, and minerals to remain healthy. However, dental issues (such as missing teeth) often cause senior citizens to avoid foods that may contain critical ingredients. Dental implants permanently replace gaps in your teeth and make it easier for you to eat the right foods. 

2. Minimise dental issues moving forward

Seniors are often plagued by multiple dental issues that increase the cost of oral treatment. For example, being older will expose you to gum infections, tooth decay and misaligned teeth.

Getting dental implants will help seniors maintain a full set of teeth that are less prone to infection. By covering up exposed gums or open spaces in your mouth, you'll be able to minimise further dental issues as you continue to age. 

3. Achieve a youthful, glowing smile

Who wouldn't want to look younger? Having "old-looking teeth" can affect your self-esteem and positive outlook. Because seniors are now living longer and healthier lives, maintaining a youthful glow has become critical. Dental implants allow you to replace decayed teeth, chipped/broken teeth and other gaps.

Implants can also be combined with dentures (implant-supported dentures) to replace multiple missing teeth in your mouth. You don't necessarily need super strong jaws to enjoy the numerous benefits of dental implants.

4. Save on unnecessary dental procedures

While many tooth replacement procedures are temporary, implants are a permanent and long-lasting solution for patients. You can save on unnecessary trips to the dentist by implementing this long-term solution for replacing missing or decayed teeth. 

For more information, contact a dentist.