{"id":135,"date":"2018-09-11T19:35:48","date_gmt":"2018-09-11T19:35:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dalegreerdds.com\/blog\/?p=135"},"modified":"2018-09-11T19:40:02","modified_gmt":"2018-09-11T19:40:02","slug":"dental-implants-in-north-dallas-boost-more-than-just-looks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dalegreerdds.com\/blog\/2018\/09\/11\/dental-implants-in-north-dallas-boost-more-than-just-looks\/","title":{"rendered":"Dental Implants in North Dallas Boost More Than Just Looks"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-136\" src=\"https:\/\/www.dalegreerdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/rsz_adobestock_138319788_1-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Mouth with missing tooth\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dalegreerdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/rsz_adobestock_138319788_1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.dalegreerdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/rsz_adobestock_138319788_1-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.dalegreerdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/rsz_adobestock_138319788_1-1024x683.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>If you are missing one or more teeth, you are not alone: according to the American College of Prosthodontists, 120 million Americans have a gap in their smile. A missing tooth can be highly visible and a major source of embarrassment in social or work settings, which is why many people seek to repair their smile through cosmetic dentistry. However, even if a tooth is missing from the back of your mouth, it is important to replace it with an artificial tooth. Otherwise, the gap in your teeth could have a negative impact on your oral health and quality of life. Fortunately, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dalegreerdds.com\/dental-implants.html\">dental implants<\/a> in North Dallas can restore both the appearance and the natural function of your smile.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>What is a Dental Implant?<\/h2>\n<p>A dental implant is a titanium post that is inserted into the jawbone beneath the gums and fuses with the bone to provide a safe, sturdy base for a new artificial tooth. Dental implants mimic the natural root structure of teeth to provide maximum strength and support, so patients can eat, speak and smile normally again.<\/p>\n<p>With a success rate of around 98%, dental implants are an effective way to rejuvenate a flawed smile and preserve one\u2019s oral health. You may be an excellent candidate for dental implants if you have:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Healthy gums<\/li>\n<li>Sufficient jawbone depth<\/li>\n<li>Good oral hygiene habits<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Why You Should Fill the Gaps in Your Smile<\/h2>\n<p>Filling in the gaps in your smile with a dental implant is about more than just improving your outward appearance \u2013 replacing a missing tooth is also important to maintaining your overall oral health and quality of life. Here are 5 negative impacts of missing teeth:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Shifting Teeth<\/strong> \u2013 Adjacent teeth may drift over time into the empty space left by a missing tooth, making it more difficult to properly clean your teeth and impacting your bite.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bite Irregularities<\/strong> \u2013 Missing one or more teeth can drastically impact the way your teeth fit together, which in turn can affect the health of your gums, remaining teeth, head, neck and jaw.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Bone Loss<\/strong> \u2013 Teeth help stimulate and support the jawbone. Without a full set of teeth, the jawbone can slow shrink away, just like an unused muscle will atrophy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Difficulty Eating<\/strong> \u2013 Missing front teeth can make it difficult to break off bite-sized pieces of food. Missing molars, on the other hand, make it harder to grind tough foods like meat.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Trouble Speaking<\/strong> \u2013 Missing teeth can make it more difficult to pronounce certain words. If you have gaps in your smile, you may experience whistling, slurring or even spitting when speaking with others.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Whether you are motivated by a desire to rejuvenate your appearance or restore the ability to eat and speak with confidence, dental implants can help boost your quality of life. Talk to a dentist in North Dallas today to see if dental implants are the right solution for you.<\/p>\n<h2>About the Author<\/h2>\n<p>A proud graduate of the Baylor College of Dentistry, Dr. Dale Greer was recently recognized as \u201cOne of the Best Dentists in Dallas\u201d by D Magazine. Dr. Greer\u2019s pursuit of excellence has led him to become an Accredited Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry \u2013 one of only 306 dentists in the world to achieve that status. Patients interested in rejuvenating their smile can contact the \u201cTexas Super Dentist\u201d via his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dalegreerdds.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or by calling the office at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.nl\/search?q=dale+greer+north+dallas&amp;oq=dale+greer+north+dallas&amp;aqs=chrome..69i57j69i60l2.5209j0j4&amp;sourceid=chrome&amp;ie=UTF-8\">972-233-4546<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you are missing one or more teeth, you are not alone: according to the American College of Prosthodontists, 120 million Americans have a gap in their smile. 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