{"id":151,"date":"2021-11-03T17:46:27","date_gmt":"2021-11-03T17:46:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.edfamilydental.com\/blog\/?p=151"},"modified":"2021-11-18T17:52:41","modified_gmt":"2021-11-18T17:52:41","slug":"do-dental-implants-make-you-look-younger","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.edfamilydental.com\/blog\/2021\/11\/03\/do-dental-implants-make-you-look-younger\/","title":{"rendered":"Do Dental Implants Make You Look Younger?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.edfamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/AdobeStock_314509694__1637258032_29144.jpg\" alt=\"woman pointing to her dental implants in Astoria\" class=\"wp-image-152\" width=\"307\" height=\"205\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.edfamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/AdobeStock_314509694__1637258032_29144.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.edfamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/AdobeStock_314509694__1637258032_29144-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.edfamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/AdobeStock_314509694__1637258032_29144-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 307px) 100vw, 307px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>With a 98% success rate, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edfamilydental.com\/dental-implants.html\">dental implants<\/a> are an incredibly popular and reliable tooth replacement option. While other restorations like bridges and dentures are also viable choices, they have a tendency to make patients appear older than they actually are. As the only tooth replacement option that can prevent or even reverse this aging process, here\u2019s how dental implants  in Astoria can turn back the clock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Smile Brightening<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As we get older, our smiles become discolored due to enamel\nwear and stains from years of consuming dark and highly pigmented foods and\ndrinks. This isn\u2019t the case with dental implants. The crown or other restorations\nthat are attached to your implants will likely be made of porcelain, a non-porous\nmaterial. Since porcelain is stain-resistant, this can keep your smile free\nfrom discoloration and give it a more youthful appearance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fuller Face <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When we have missing teeth, that area of the jawbone is no\nlonger being stimulated which can lead to bone loss. Since the jaw is a big\npart of the structure of the face, having less jawbone will give you a gaunt\nappearance which can make you look older. Since dental implants are inserted\ndirectly into the jawbone, this stimulates it and prevents deterioration. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Healthier Smile <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The gaps that are left behind by missing teeth make you and\nyour smile appear older. Teeth surrounding the gaps may also begin to tilt\ntoward them. This weakens the teeth over time and may eventually cause them to\nbecome damaged or fall out. The sockets where the teeth used to be can also be\na breeding ground for harmful oral bacteria, which can ultimately cause additional\ntooth and bone loss. Dental implants fill in the gaps in your smile to make it\nlook fuller, younger, and protect it from further problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Am I a Good Candidate\nfor Dental Implants?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dental implants can make you look more youthful, but knowing\nif you&#8217;re a good candidate for them is an important first step in the treatment\nprocess. Patient health is a key factor for implant eligibility. Having healthy\nteeth and gums is a crucial part of having a successful procedure. Additionally,\nyour dentist will take x-rays to see if your bone is dense enough to support implants.\nIf it isn&#8217;t, a bone graft may be necessary. Oral health habits such as tobacco\nuse will also impact one\u2019s ability to have a successful dental implant procedure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Having a confident smile is a vital part of creating a good\nfirst impression and making you both look and feel younger. Talk to your\ndentist about getting dental implants to bring back your smile&#8217;s former glory!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Led by Dr. Eduart Shkurti, ED Family Dental is the trusted\nAstoria dental practice that uses state-of-the-art technologies and techniques to\ntreat patients of all ages. They provide superior patient care from the moment\nyou walk through the door. If you\u2019re considering getting dental implants, the\nfriendly team is here to answer any questions you have about the process and\nensure that you\u2019re comfortable with the procedure. Call ED Family Dental\u2019s office\nat (718) 806-1662 or visit their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edfamilydental.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> to\nlearn more about how dental implants can make you look younger or to make an\nappointment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With a 98% success rate, dental implants are an incredibly popular and reliable tooth replacement option. While other restorations like bridges and dentures are also viable choices, they have a tendency to make patients appear older than they actually are. 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