Dental implants to resolve tooth loss in adults
Tooth loss is a common issue in elderly patients, however, it is not a normal part of ageing. If you maintain excellent dental hygiene and visit the dentist on a regular basis, then your teeth can last for the rest of your life. Unfortunately, tooth loss can occur as a result of many different reasons. 
What causes missing teeth?
Tooth loss mainly occurs due to poor dental hygiene. Allowing plaque and tartar to build up on the surface of your teeth makes your teeth susceptible to cavities, tooth decay and gum disease. Plaque is made up of bacteria, food particles and saliva. This mixes together to create a sticky substance that adheres to the surface of your teeth and in approximately 48 hours it hardens to become tartar. Tartar provides a super smooth surface for more plaque to build up on your teeth. Bacteria in the plaque release acids and toxins, which damage the teeth and gums. If you do not visit the dentist then eventually this weakens the teeth and gums resulting in tooth loss.
Replacing missing teeth
Missing teeth can have a huge impact on a person’s life. It can affect their self-confidence and their self-esteem. It can also affect the function of their mouth, their ability to speak properly and their ability to continue to eat and drink as they did before. Our experienced dentist will be able to choose the best form of restorative dental treatment for you. Some patients may be eligible for a permanent method of tooth replacement, such as dental implants Windsor, whereas very elderly patients may not wish to undergo such intensive dental treatment and will prefer a set of dentures to restore most of the appearance and function of their smile and mouth. Our dentist will make an informed decision on what is best for you by taking into consideration your dental requirements, medical history, health and wellbeing, but also your personal preferences.
Dental implants: the gold standard
If you are eligible, then you will be pleased to know that dental implants are the gold standard in tooth replacement. Dental implants Windsor are small, biocompatible, titanium screws that replace the root of a missing tooth. They can replace a single tooth or multiple adjacent teeth and in collaboration a set of four or six dental implants Windsor can replace a whole arch of missing teeth. The process of getting dental implants can take 4 to 6 months. However, they will last for the rest of your life if you take care of them properly. This is ideal for patients with premature tooth loss. As mentioned, elderly patients may find that the healing time is too long, and if they have significant bone decay or gum recession then dental implants will not be suitable anyway. For younger patients, dental implants provide an excellent method of restoring the appearance and function of your mouth so that you will even forget you lost your teeth in the first place.
Speak to our dentist at Old Windsor today to find out more. As the process is quite lengthy the earlier you contact us the sooner we can begin replacing your missing teeth and the quicker you can enjoy the benefits of dental implants.
