Many people have heard of dental implants but aren’t exactly sure what they are. Essentially, dental implants are artificial tooth roots that secure to your jawbone and become a base to support one or two more artificial teeth or crowns. Made from a medical-grade titanium, dental implants are natural looking and long lasting.
Due to their noteworthy benefits, dental implants are the preferred way to replace teeth. Here at Downtown Raleigh, we are pleased to offer dental implants to our patients. Let’s take a closer look at what they are and how they work.
How Do Dental Implants Work
In most cases, dental implants are placed under a local anesthesia. Our dentist may insert the implant into your jawbone or directly under your gum line, depending on your unique situation. Once it’s stable enough, they will connect it to a crown. You shouldn’t feel anything during the treatment except for a bit of pressure.
Good Candidates for Dental Implants
If you’ve lost one or multiple teeth or are unsatisfied with traditional dentures, dental implants may be a great option. They may improve your quality of life and allow you to enjoy meals and speak clearly while protecting your bones. Since they can give your face a bit of a lift, dental implants can even help you look younger.
Benefits of Dental Implants
Compared to bridges and dentures, dental implants are a modern tooth replacement solution. You may be surprised to learn that they’re the only type of restoration that preserve natural bone and stimulate bone growth. They look, feel, and function so much like real teeth that you may even forget you have them in your mouth.
As long as you take care of your teeth, mouth, and gums, your dental implants can last for the rest of your life. Unlike with dentures, you don’t have to worry about any discomfort or slippage. You’ll find it easier to eat and speak. Mooresville, NC dental implant experts at Davidson & Burr urge all patients considering dental implants to contact their dentist sooner rather than later.
Recovering From Dental Implants
After you receive dental implants, you may face a bit of bruising and swelling around your gums. We’ll ask that you eat soft foods and use ice packs to reduce any swelling. If you smoke, you’ll need to stop during recovery as it can stain your teeth and increase your chances of infection. We’ll also encourage you to brush and floss your teeth twice a day and avoid hard foods that may damage your implants.
Exercising After Dental Implants
Many of our patients lead active lifestyles. If this sounds like you and you receive dental implants, you may wonder whether you can ride your bike after. We suggest that you wait at least a week after your treatment, especially if you had multiple implants. Once you give your body a break, you can resume bike riding and other physical activity.
It’s important to note that rushing back into riding your bike can lead to side effects like bleeding, swelling, and pain. By waiting and allowing your body to fully recover from the treatment, you can drastically reduce the risk of them.
Schedule an Appointment at Downtown Dental
For more information on dental implant treatment or to schedule an appointment, don’t hesitate to contact Downtown Dental today. Call 919-897-7646. We look forward to hearing from you!
You can read this article in Spanish here – ¿Cuánto tiempo después de los implantes dentales puedo andar en bicicleta?
