Discover Your Perfect Restoration at Alpine Family Dental
If you’re struggling with missing teeth, you have several options for restoration, including dental implants, bridges, and dentures. While bridges and dentures have been the traditional solutions for decades, dental implants offer a more modern, permanent, and natural-looking approach. At our Kalispell dental practice, Dr. Evan Olson and our team strongly recommend dental implants for their numerous benefits over bridges or dentures.
Schedule a consultation at Alpine Family Dental by calling (406) 752-1107 to find out if dental implants are the right choice for restoring your smile.
Meet Implant Dentist Dr. Evan Olson
Dr. Evan Olson was raised in Havre, Montana. While attending Montana State University in Bozeman and considering a career in architecture or healthcare he decided to follow in his father’s footsteps to become a dentist. He completed his degree in Cell Biology and Neuroscience at MSU, then attended The University of Iowa College of Dentistry. Dr. Olson is happy to live in the Flathead Valley with his wife, Hannah, three children, Max and Marley, and Magnus, and two dogs, Margo and Mable. He enjoys spending time with his family, hiking, and boating in the summer, and skiing in the winter.
Advantages of Dental Implants
Unmatched Stability and Comfort
One of the most significant advantages of dental implants is their exceptional stability and comfort. Unlike bridges or dentures that rest on the gums, implants are surgically inserted into the jawbone, where they fuse with the natural bone over several months. This process, known as osseointegration, creates an incredibly strong and durable foundation that mimics the function of a natural tooth root.
With implants, you’ll never have to worry about your replacement teeth shifting, slipping, or falling out, which is a common complaint among denture wearers. The secure fit ensures optimal comfort, allowing you to speak, eat, and smile with complete confidence.
Preserving Jawbone Density
When you lose a tooth, the jawbone underneath begins to deteriorate due to lack of stimulation from the tooth root. Over time, this bone loss can cause facial sagging, premature wrinkling, and further tooth loss. Bridges and dentures do nothing to prevent this bone resorption process.
Dental implants, on the other hand, replace the entire tooth structure, including the root. By integrating with the jawbone, implants provide the necessary stimulation to maintain bone density and prevent deterioration. This stimulation preserves your facial structure for a sturdy, long-lasting foundation for your replacement teeth.
Long-Lasting and Low-Maintenance
While bridges and dentures typically require replacement every five to 10 years due to wear and tear, dental implants are designed to be a permanent, lifelong solution. With proper care and maintenance, implants can last for decades, potentially a lifetime.
Caring for implants is also relatively straightforward. You simply brush, floss, and visit your dentist for regular check-ups and cleanings, just as you would with your natural teeth. There’s no need for special adhesives, soaking solutions, or complex cleaning routines often required for dentures.
Natural Appearance and Function
Dental implants look, feel, and function just like your natural teeth. Our Kalispell dentist designs your replacement tooth crown to match the size, shape, and color of your existing teeth for a seamless, natural-looking smile.
Implants also distribute chewing and biting forces evenly so you can eat all your favorite foods without restrictions. This is a significant advantage over dentures, which can limit your dietary choices and make it challenging to enjoy certain foods.
Improved Speech and Confidence
Ill-fitting dentures can cause slurred speech, clicking noises, and other embarrassing issues. Although bridges are more secure, they can still feel bulky and unnatural in the mouth.
With dental implants, your replacement teeth are firmly in place, allowing clear, uninhibited speech. This improves your communication abilities while boosting your confidence.
Experience The Best in Restorative Dentistry Near You
Don’t settle for the limitations and discomforts of bridges or dentures. Invest in the long-term solution of dental implants at Alpine Family Dental and experience the benefits of a fully restored, natural-looking, and functional smile. Contact our Kalispell dental office today by calling (406) 752-1107 to schedule your implant consultation.