If you have missing teeth, your dental team has likely mentioned that you should consider getting dental implants. The procedure is a big investment of time and money, so it is completely understandable if you have a lot of questions! One thing that many patients wonder about is, “What do dental implants feel like? Do they feel like natural teeth?” This blog post aims to give you a realistic idea of what you can expect.
When You First Get Your New Teeth
After you heal from dental implant surgery and your crown, bridge, or denture is placed in your mouth, it might feel odd at first. After all, you were probably used to having a gap in your smile! Your body might react to your restoration as if it is a foreign object, so you may produce more saliva than normal. Your gums may also be a bit sore and sensitive. These issues are usually mild and may last for just a few days.
After You Adapt
After you adapt to your new restoration, it should feel very comfortable in your mouth. In fact, many patients remark that their implants feel just like real teeth. Why is that the case? There are several reasons behind their remarkably natural feel:
- Implants rebuild lost teeth from the roots up, so they are extremely secure in the mouth, and they do not shift like traditional dentures.
- Implant restorations are made of high-quality materials, such as porcelain, that look and feel like natural enamel.
- Restorations are custom-designed for each patient. Thanks to digital impressions, advanced planning software, and other technologies, each crown, bridge, and denture can be designed as an ideal fit for the patient who will wear it. Your restoration should harmonize beautifully with your natural bite.
What if You Experience Discomfort?
Once you recover fully from your surgery and get used to your new teeth, you should not experience any discomfort from your dental implants. Pain, sensitivity, and feelings of looseness often indicate a problem, so you should not hesitate to contact your care provider to discuss the issue. Your restoration may need to be adjusted, or you may need more extensive care to get back to enjoying a comfortable and confident smile.
Dental implants feel like real teeth! Talk to your dentist if you would like to know more about what to expect from this state-of-the-art treatment.
Meet the Practice
At Vero Beach Dental Implants, we focus on providing top-quality dental implant services to our community. We use a combination of experience, skill, and technology to optimize treatment outcomes for each patient. We even have an in-house laboratory that fabricates custom restorations. To learn more about us and how we may be able to serve you, contact our office at 772-205-6003.