{"id":706,"date":"2023-12-07T21:45:00","date_gmt":"2023-12-07T21:45:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.arbordentalcare.com\/blog\/?p=706"},"modified":"2024-01-07T21:48:29","modified_gmt":"2024-01-07T21:48:29","slug":"its-never-too-late-to-invest-in-dentures","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.arbordentalcare.com\/blog\/its-never-too-late-to-invest-in-dentures\/","title":{"rendered":"Is It Too Late to Get Dentures?"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"OlderIf you\u2019ve been living with untreated tooth loss for many years, it\u2019s never too late to invest in a new set of chompers. However, your treatment may be more complex because missing teeth cause your jawbone to shrink. Don\u2019t worry, your dentist has the solutions you need to enjoy a complete, beautiful smile again with dentures<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Missing Teeth and Bone Loss<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Every tooth is important for a healthy smile. Losing even one tooth can cause your jawbone to shrink by up to 25% within the first year. Your jaw will continue to deteriorate as time passes because it isn\u2019t being stimulated by a tooth root. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A weak jawbone can lead to additional tooth loss and change the shape of your face, creating a sunken appearance, wrinkles, and sagging skin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dentures Don\u2019t Stop Bone Loss<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dentures have been used for generations to replace lost teeth. They look and feel more realistic than ever before; however, they can\u2019t stop bone loss. Traditional dentures replace the portions of lost teeth above the gum line. Prosthetics are held in a gum-colored base that rests on top of your gums. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dentures can be a great option for patients with a healthy mouth, even if your jawbone has deteriorated. Since dentures won\u2019t stop bone loss, you\u2019ll require regular relining to ensure your dentures continue to fit well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dental Implants Keep Your Jaw Strong<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As an alternative to a traditional denture, you can invest in dental implants. A dental implant is the only treatment to replace both the tooth root and the crown. As a result, it prevents bone loss to keep your jaw strong to maintain a youthful appearance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Depending on your situation, 4-10 implant posts can be placed into your jaw to serve as new roots. After your bone has integrated with them through a process called osseointegration, a denture is attached using special fixtures placed on each post.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll enjoy unmatched support and stability, so you\u2019ll never have to worry about slipping or irritation. You can regain up to 70% of your biting force to enjoy a variety of foods. With over a 95% success rate and a lifespan of 30 years or more, dental implants are a long-lasting investment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Benefits of Bone Grafting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

You must have sufficient bone density to support dental implants. If you\u2019ve been without teeth for many years, you\u2019ve probably suffered bone loss. You can still be a candidate for dental implants with bone grafting. The procedure strengthens your jaw using bone from a donor or another area of your body. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although it will add another step to your treatment plan, it\u2019s time well-spent to invest in the next best thing to your real teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About Dr. Frank Marchese<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Marchese<\/a> earned his dental degree from the University of Illinois College of Dentistry and has regularly continued his education in the latest treatments, including dental implants. He is a proud member of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists and many other professional organizations. Request an appointment<\/a> through his website or call (630) 969-2310.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

If you\u2019ve been living with untreated tooth loss for many years, it\u2019s never too late to invest in a new set of chompers. However, your treatment may be more complex because missing teeth cause your jawbone to shrink. Don\u2019t worry, your dentist has the solutions you need to enjoy a complete, beautiful smile again with […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-706","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.arbordentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/706","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.arbordentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.arbordentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.arbordentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.arbordentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=706"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.arbordentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/706\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":708,"href":"https:\/\/www.arbordentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/706\/revisions\/708"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.arbordentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=706"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.arbordentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=706"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.arbordentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=706"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}