Recently, we have discussed ways that we can replace your missing teeth and improve your smile’s appearance. Your team at Modern Dentistry of Shrewsbury in MA offers help with more than just missing teeth. They can also help patients who have lost facial structures or functions due to diseases, injuries, and more. In today’s blog, we’re here to talk about these treatment options.
Improve Your Ability To Chew, Swallow, And Talk
Patients who have experienced traumatic injuries, accidents, or complications from birth defects may have damaged bones or neck and head tissue that can make it difficult to accomplish daily tasks like eating and speaking. Our intraoral prostheses can help restore or replace these tissues and improve these functions so you can have improved health. You will first need a consultation with your dentist where they will examine your oral cavity, take impressions of the area, and create the prostheses. Your implants could help you chew and swallow with more ease, which can improve your dental health, digestion, and overall well-being. Your speech may also be improved due to these prostheses.
Recreate Your Smile And Facial Appearance
There are also options available to address your external appearance, like your facial structure, smile, and more, for patients who have damaged head and neck tissue. These problems may lead to feelings of self-consciousness and sway patients away from many social activities. Our team of professionals can create prostheses that can address these concerns and improve your external appearance. Like with intraoral options, you will first need a consultation with your dentist to discuss your concerns and create a helpful plan. Extraoral options tend to be less complex than intraoral options, which means you may be able to receive your prosthetic in a shorter amount of time in some cases.
Tooth Replacement Options
Of course, we also offer ways to replace your teeth after loss. Tooth loss can occur due to accidents, injuries, or health conditions, and it can have many harmful implications on your overall health. Your dentist will examine your oral cavity to assess the severity of loss, your gum health, and facial structure to determine what the best prosthetic option may be. For some patients, a partial denture or bridge may be the most effective way to replace their missing teeth. Other patients may need a full denture after they have lost an entire arch of pearly whites. Dental implants are another option that can securely replace your lost structures and protect your facial structure from weakening. The method chosen for you will depend on your unique needs and health history.
Questions About Your Treatment Options? Ask Our Team
The team at Modern Dentistry of Shrewsbury in MA is here to help you regain your confidence. To schedule an appointment with us, call our office today at 508-842-8838.
