How Tooth Loss Affects Appearance
If you’ve lost teeth, you have probably noticed that your appearance has changed. Unfortunately, the longer one goes without replacing missing teeth can continue to affect appearance in the future. This is because tooth loss eventually causes the mouth to change shape by a natural process called bone atrophy. As the body begins to reabsorb bone, a patient’s face can appear sunken in and unsupported. With these changes, patients can appear decades older than they actually are.
How Dentures Renew Appearance
Wearing full or partial dentures will fill in the gaps of a smile with missing teeth. The immediate effect of wearing dentures is that patients will appear to have a complete, healthy smile. In addition to this immediate benefit, dentures support the shape of the mouth, hollows of the cheeks, and lips. When dentures are worn, patients will look more youthful and vibrant because their prosthetic teeth fill out their mouths.
Oral Health Benefits
On top of improving your appearance, dentures assist with oral function so that you can eat food efficiently and comfortably. Without teeth, it is very difficult to chew and bite tough foods. By replacing the crowns of teeth, dentures provide a sturdy biting surface so that patients can enjoy a more balanced diet.
If you are in need of prosthetic teeth, we invite you to schedule a consultation with our compassionate and skilled dentist. At your appointment, our team will perform an oral examination and determine the specifications of your dentures. We are here to answer any questions you have about your tooth replacement options.
Call Aesthetic Dental Partners today to book an appointment.
