Dental Implants Prevent Jawbone Loss

A healthy jawbone supports our lips and face attractively,but when teeth are removed the bone begins to dissolve and continues gradually throughout life.  This is one reason why even good dentures slowly become loose with time-the jawbone that once supported the denture shrinks,but denture stays the same shape it was before.  This poor fitting denture only accelerates the process and makes the jawbone shrink faster.  This cycle,especially when not corrected,can continue to the point that it is quite difficult and sometimes impossible to tolerate wearing dentures.  Although relining or remaking dentures can slow this process,it can never stop it.  Dental implants are the only solution that can stimulate the jawbone and stop this process.  Unlike dentures,modern prosthodontics that include implants are anchored to the bone like natural teeth and do not slip so you can eat and speak comfortably and confidently.

Rodney L. Andrus,D.D.S,M.S.,is a Prosthodontist,a specialist in the restoration and replacement of teeth.  He is located at 640 E. 700 S.,Suite 104,St. George,and can be contacted by calling 435-674-3100.

PROSTHODONTIST:ADA recognized specialist in the restoration and replacement of teeth

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