Dental implants offer the best return on investment when it comes to replacing your missing teeth. If you're considering dental implants in Leawood, KS, here are some of the benefits you'll get to enjoy:

1. Dental Implants are Non-Invasive to Other Teeth

Unlike partial dentures or fixed bridges, a dental implant stands independently of other teeth in the mouth. They are minimally invasive, helping preserve the natural spacing and function of the healthy teeth you still have.

2. An Implant Can Last Forever

When you care for them properly, dental implants have the highest success rate of any tooth-replacement treatment. In most cases, we can expect a dental implant to last for the rest of our lives. Failure rates are extremely low, especially when your treatment is performed by an experienced implant dentist like Dr. Rooney.

3. Implants Promote Healthy Bone

The material used to create dental implants is biocompatible and naturally attractive to bone tissue. As such, your body forms a new layer of bone around the implant, which fuses it in place (we call this process "osseointegration.”) Osseointegration is important because it prevents bone loss that we frequently see where teeth fall out or are extracted.

4. Premature Aging Properties

Tooth loss triggers premature aging in our face, including sunken facial structures, sagging skin, and a "short" jaw because of bone loss. Dental implants add support to the bone, cheeks, and lips for a more youthful facial profile.

5. Implants are Stronger Than Teeth

Structurally speaking, teeth are the hardest and strongest parts of the human body. Dental implants are even stronger. Their integrity allows you to regain full biting and chewing abilities. In contrast, other types of tooth replacements (like dentures or partials) limit the types of food textures that you can eat.

6. They Look Like Real Teeth

Keene dental implants are the only restorative treatment modeled after an anatomical tooth. This allows them to blend seamlessly with your surrounding teeth. Each crown, bridge, or All-on-4/All-on-6 appliance is custom crafted by Dr. Rooney for a natural, aesthetic appeal when you smile.

7. Daily Maintenance is a Breeze

Caring for your new dental implants is simple. Plan to brush them twice a day and floss around each one daily. Dental implants can't get cavities, but you'll still want to keep them clean. Also, it's important to keep the gums around them healthy to ensure long-term success.

8. Implants are Permanent (Non-Removable)

Once installed, dental implants are not removable. They become a permanent part of your smile, just like your natural teeth. They can be used to support fixed crowns, multi-tooth dental bridges, All-on implant designs, or even a snap-on overdenture.

9. It's Easy to Talk and Eat with Implants

The natural design and strength of dental implants make them easy to forget about during the day. You'll be able to talk normally and enjoy all of your favorite foods. You won't have to worry about a denture slipping out of place or slurred speech when you're around friends. You can even bite straight into an apple or corn on the cob.

10. Restore as Many (or Few) Teeth as Needed

The versatility of Keene dental implants makes it possible to replace all of your missing teeth, whether it's one or two or all of them. There are options for everyone, and Dr. Rooney can help you find the one that's right for you.

Dental Implants in Leawood, Kansas

Find out if dental implants are right for you. Contact our Leawood dentist today to reserve an exam with Dr. Rooney. Flexible payment options are available.

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