{"id":293,"date":"2022-11-09T11:58:00","date_gmt":"2022-11-09T11:58:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mydentalbellingham.com\/blog\/?p=293"},"modified":"2022-11-30T00:01:48","modified_gmt":"2022-11-30T00:01:48","slug":"thankful-for-dental-implants-from-bellingham","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mydentalbellingham.com\/blog\/thankful-for-dental-implants-from-bellingham\/","title":{"rendered":"Why to be Thankful for Dental Implants"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Thanksgiving is nearly here, so it’s time to prep for holiday fun. You might visit out-of-state relatives or cook food for family and friends. Despite this busyness, though, don’t forget gratitude this holiday season — especially for dental implants from Bellingham (if you have them). These replacement teeth<\/a> do a lot of good for a lot of people. To prove this claim, your local dentist is here with the evidence. Read on to learn four reasons to be thankful for dental implants this Thanksgiving.<\/p>

They Look & Act Like Natural Teeth<\/h2>

Implants do, of course, restore your smile. Compared to dentures or bridges, though, they have features that let them look and act more like natural teeth.<\/p>

For one thing, implants use titanium that naturally fuses with your jaw. As such, they stay secure and won’t slip when you eat or speak.<\/p>

Furthermore, remember that porcelain is used for implant surfaces. This material is highly customizable, so it blends seamlessly with your smile.<\/p>

They Let You Eat What You Want<\/h2>

When you lose teeth, it isn’t just your smile that suffers. Without all your pearly whites, your jaw will struggle more to chew and swallow food. In fact, such tooth loss could even lead you to give up your favorite meals.<\/p>

Fortunately, implants can keep this scenario from happening. You see, implants’ fusion with your jaw strengthens your jawbone. As a result, the prosthetics restore your lost chewing ability and let you eat your favorite foods!<\/p>

They’re Long-Lasting<\/h2>

As you might know, dentures and bridges need to be replaced often. For instance, the former treatment usually lasts 7 to 10 years at a time. On the other hand, the lifespan of bridges is roughly 10-15 years.<\/p>

Dental implants don’t have this problem, however. Their average lifespan is usually twenty years! Better yet, they can last for 30 years or more if you take good care of them.<\/p>

They’re Easy to Maintain<\/h2>

At first, you might think dental implants need special care. After all, dentures and bridges often require special creams, toothpastes, and other tools. Wouldn’t the same apply to other restorations?<\/p>

In truth, you can maintain implants just as you would natural teeth. Namely, you only need to brush them twice daily, floss them once daily, and rinse them with mouthwash as needed. Otherwise, just remember to visit your dentist for your twice-yearly checkups and cleanings.<\/p>

As you can see, dental implants from Bellingham are worthy of thanks. Therefore, keep them in mind as you celebrate this year’s Thanksgiving!<\/p>

About the Practice<\/h2>

<\/a>Moreno & Young Dental is<\/em> based in Bellingham, WA. As led by<\/em> the titular Drs. Ronald Moreno<\/a> and John Young,<\/a><\/em> our practice treats patients like family. To that end, we perform great, friendly dentistry that covers preventive, cosmetic, and restorative treatments. We also use advanced dental technology to ensure you get the desired results! For more information or to book a visit, you can reach us on <\/em>our website<\/em><\/a> or by phone at (360)-676-0642<\/strong>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Thanksgiving is nearly here, so it\u2019s time to prep for holiday fun. You might visit out-of-state relatives or cook food for family and friends. Despite this busyness, though, don\u2019t forget gratitude this holiday season \u2014 especially for dental implants from Bellingham (if you have them). These replacement teeth do a lot of good for a lot of people. To prove this claim, your local dentist is here with the evidence. 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