Compared to 1914, the rate of adult tooth-loss in the United States of 2014 is far, far lower. This is thanks to a number of factors, including improved nutrition and advances in dental science and technology. Indeed, this day in age, dentists consider pulling teeth (a.k.a. “extraction) is considered a last resort. Nevertheless, we here at the
Peekskill cosmetic dentist practice of Montrose Dental Associates do have to pull quite a few teeth -- whether due to out-of-control cavities, advanced periodontal disease or severe trauma. Thankfully, advances in dental technology have also resulted in improved false teeth, or, as we here in the professional dental world refer to them, “prosthodontics.” Are thinking about getting new teeth for the New Year? Let us tell you about your options.
Peekskill Dental Prosthodontics
When it comes to replacing a full set of teeth, there are two basic options to choose from here at Montrose Dental Associates -- each with their own set of pros and cons. On the one hand, there are the sort of dentures you’re already familiar with -- the removable sort that rest on your gums. This variety of prosthodontics has been used in one way or another for centuries, and is a tried-and-true method for replacing lost teeth. Unfortunately, however, removable dentures do have a number of drawbacks. In addition to a more involved cleaning schedule compared to normal teeth, it also takes awhile to relearn how to eat and speak with dentures. Even more serious is the fact that denture wearers have a higher risk for jawbone-loss. The other option we here at the
Peekskill cosmetic dentist practice of Montrose Dental Associates would like to inform you of are fixed dental implants. Because this kind of denture is permanently installed in patients’ jawbones, they allow people who’ve lost teeth to return to normal eating, drinking, speaking and brushing.
Now, you should know the big drawback to dental implants -- namely that they involve significant oral surgery at the start. This means that not everyone is eligible for the operation. Interested in finding out more regarding removable and/or fixed dentures? The expert staff at Montrose Dental Associates are only too happy to answer your questions. Call us today to set up a comprehensive dental exam and prosthodontic consultation with our
Peekskill cosmetic dentist today!
Peekskill Dental Implants
2118 Albany Post Road
Montrose, New York 10548
(914) 417-4159
By Montrose Dental Associates
January 14, 2014
