Did you know that the global anti-aging market is expected to reach $216 billion by 2021? From serums to eye creams, we all flock to products that help maintain a youthful look. However, in many instances, these products only provide temporary results.
If you really want to enjoy an age-defying treatment with longevity, consider the power of a healthy smile! The smile is a stand-out facial feature and structurally, it serves as a foundation for the rest of the face.
For patients dealing with tooth loss, in particular, treatment with dental implants can restore the functionality of their smile while giving a youthful appearance. We encourage all of our patients here in Fort Worth to explore their options with dental implants to find out how it can benefit your oral health, self-confidence, and appearance.
How Does Tooth Loss Affect Aging?
Although most people focus on skincare to reverse signs of aging, your smile and the strength of your jawbone both play a huge role in your overall appearance. That’s why tooth loss will have a huge impact on your anti-aging efforts.
The primary reason untreated tooth loss contributes to a more aged appearance is due to jawbone deterioration. To maintain a healthy, strong bone, it needs stimulation. Think of how bone atrophy occurs when someone breaks a bone and wears a cast for a few months.
The same idea applies to your jawbone. Without stimulation from biting and chewing, the underlying jawbone will begin to deplete. Within just the first year of tooth loss, there is a 25% decrease in the width of the bone.
Restoring a Youthful Appearance with Dental Implants
So, how can dental implants address concerns of jawbone deterioration? Unlike other restorative treatments, dental implants actually fuse with your jawbone. After the implant fixture is placed, the bone will integrate with the titanium component. Through this process, known as osseointegration, the jawbone will receive stimulation and the patient will avoid deterioration.
This affects your overall facial aesthetics because a strong jaw bone helps to:
- Hold the skin taut
- Avoid the look of sagging or hollow cheeks
- Avoid depletion of the chin
- Avoid wrinkling of the lips
Contact Lake Country Dental
If you’re currently dealing with tooth loss, don’t delay treatment any longer. The sooner you treat missing teeth, the better you can minimize damage to your jawbone and surrounding teeth. Contact our office today to schedule your next appointment with Dr. Snider!