Doctors and healthcare experts have long warned the public about the dangers of smoking. People who smoke are susceptible to a host of illnesses including high blood pressure and heart disease.
However, scientific studies have also that smoking can cause severe tooth decay. People who smoke are more likely to have teeth fall out because of the damage tobacco and nicotine inflict on their mouths. By opting for dental implants, Palm Coast patients can restore their mouth’s appearances after they quit smoking for good.
Implants to Replace Missing Teeth
When former smokers choose dental implants, Palm Coast dentists typically have their work cut out for them. Smoking does more than rot away teeth. It also causes people to lose gum tissue that is needed to anchor the implant studs.
In some cases, dentists may have to transplant bone into the jawline and then allow it to heal before they can put in the implant studs. This process alone can take several months to complete.
Still, after the bone transplant is healed, dentists can then begin the process of implanting the studs into the jaw and tissue. Within weeks, they can affix the porcelain implants to replace teeth that fell out because of chronic smoking. Former smokers get a full set of teeth that allows them to speak and eat normally.
Whiter Smile
Smoking also yellows or darkens teeth enamel. Smokers often have a stained smile that can leave them embarrassed. No amount of dental bleach or toothpaste can lift those stains.
Implants can replace yellow or darkened teeth. Patients get a white and healthy smile of which they can feel confident when they speak to others.
People in relatively good health are eligible to get dental implants. The process can start with a thorough examination performed by a cosmetic dentist.
