Although a dental implant is a good, sturdy tooth replacement, the surrounding gum tissue can still be susceptible to gum disease. A dentist will not fit an implant while the gum is infected.
Key takeaways:
– Jawbone is lost when a tooth is missing, but a dental implant supports the bone which in turn supports the teeth.
– You can still have a dental implant if you have had gum disease, so long as the issue has been resolved.
– As well as gum disease, smoking and lack of supportive jawbone can prevent a dental implant being fitted.
“Lost jawbone can make your face appear less full and more sunken, leading to an older appearance. Dental implants can essentially halt the bone loss process and generate better jawbone density even if you’ve been missing teeth for years.”
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