{"id":29,"date":"2016-02-05T16:23:16","date_gmt":"2016-02-05T16:23:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.docayer.com\/?p=29"},"modified":"2019-06-06T19:59:37","modified_gmt":"2019-06-06T19:59:37","slug":"dentist-leawood-ks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.docayer.com\/blog\/2016\/02\/dentist-leawood-ks\/","title":{"rendered":"Dental implants increase quality of life, patients say"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-30\" src=\"https:\/\/www.docayer.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/iStock_000042772744_Small-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"dentist lenexa ks\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/><\/a>As your trusted family dental practice, there are some things we\u2019ll never get tired of hearing. One of those is how patient lives are transformed by dental implants &#8212; because we know that to go from living with an incomplete smile to having all your strong, beautiful teeth once again is a powerful thing. In fact, dental implants are by far the best option in tooth replacement. Keep reading to learn more about the treatment from your dentist in Leawood, KS, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.docayer.com\/meet-dr-ayer.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dr. Ayer.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dental implants are the sturdiest tooth replacement option<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019ve long used dental implants as a way to restore missing teeth, but the treatment has never been as effective, or as accessible, as it is today. The procedure for modern dental implants is now smoother than ever &#8212; and Dr. Ayer can perform the entire process, from implantation to final restoration, under one roof.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How dental implants work<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dental implants are tiny titanium posts that are surgically implanted into the space left by each missing tooth. Over a period of approximately six months, the implants gradually fuse with the jawbone. This process, known as osseointegration, is crucial to the success and stability of your new replacement teeth. Once the recovery period is complete and your dental implants have become one with your jaw, the tops are exposed and your new teeth are bonded securely on.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Benefits of dental implants <\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Compared to other options in tooth replacement, like bridges or suction dentures, there\u2019s really no doubt about it &#8212; dental implants are truly the best, simply because they replace the missing tooth and its root. Some of the added benefits include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Restored ability to eat, speak and smile, just like before your tooth loss<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increased oral health due to osseointegration, which prevents jawbone degeneration<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tooth replacements never have to be refitted with dental implants <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A fuller, more youthful face shape (without that sunken \u201cmissing teeth\u201d look)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Candidates for dental implants<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before he can begin on your unique treatment plan, Dr. Ayer will need to confirm that dental implants are a viable option for you and your smile. Schedule your appointment for your initial consultation, and he\u2019ll check to make sure the following are true.<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You have adequate existing jawbone for the dental implants to anchor to. If not, bone grafting may be explored.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019re in good oral and overall health. Patients with advanced gum disease, diabetes, certain types of cancer and HIV are generally not good candidates.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ready to get started? Call us today<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.docayer.com\/contact-us.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Contact<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Dr. Ayer\u2019s office to get started on rebuilding your smile with dental implants in Leawood, KS today! We\u2019re happy to help Leawood residents and all our neighbors regain their happiest, healthiest smiles. <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As your trusted family dental practice, there are some things we\u2019ll never get tired of hearing. One of those is how patient lives are transformed by dental implants &#8212; because we know that to go from living with an incomplete smile to having all your strong, beautiful teeth once again is a powerful thing. 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