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Dental health is a topic that often gets swept under the rug in favor of more interesting health and wellness topics. However, Dr. Chaffin and his knowledgeable staff want their patients to know about the importance of dental health and how it can play a large part in the state of their overall health. Here is some additional information about why your oral health is so important.

Why Should I Have Good Oral Health?

There are a variety of reasons why patients need to maintain good oral health. Keeping your mouth in good shape can help you keep your teeth instead of ending up with a mouth full of dentures in old age. Good oral health can also mean having functional teeth, as well as being able to smile with confidence and comfort. The presence of strong teeth greatly improves your speech and a pleasant smile enhances your personality.

Problems Associated With Poor Oral Health

Alternatively, missing or broken teeth can result in a loss of self-esteem, reduced employment possibilities and poor social interaction. Patients with poor dental health often have other problems like depression and anxiety related to their missing digits. Experts have also linked poor oral health with other dangerous diseases like Alzheimer’s, diabetes, heart disease, low birth weight, osteoporosis and other health problems. Consequently, it makes sense that practicing good oral health could bring about a positive change that could also impact overall health.

What Does Good Oral Health Mean?

Often patients are told to strive for good oral hygiene and a healthy mouth. However, some patients are not really sure what that means. Good oral hygiene means that when you are finished properly caring for your teeth, your mouth will look and smell healthy. Some examples of this are:

Teeth are clean, white and free of debris or food particles.
Gums are a healthy pink color and do not bleed or hurt when you brush or floss them.
Your breath smells fresh and clean and bad breath is not a chronic problem.
There are no open sores, excessive discoloration or raised areas in your mouth or on your teeth.
How Can Dental Implants Improve Your Oral Health?

Missing spaces between teeth can mean plaque and bacteria build-up that could cause cavities, gum disease, and other problems. Filling in those empty spaces with attractive and natural-looking dental implants can prevent plaque and food build-up. Additionally, dental implants are the only permanent tooth replacement product that can stop or reverse the jawbone deterioration that usually occurs with missing teeth. Missing teeth can cause a sunken facial appearance and premature wrinkles around the mouth. Filling those gaps can also help you maintain a full and youthful facial appearance.

How Can I Prevent Poor Oral Hygiene?

Fortunately, missing teeth, poor dental hygiene, and bad oral health are usually prevalent problems.The prevalence of oral disease shows up most often in disadvantaged populations that have limited access to proper dental health care. However, most of the population here in the United States has the means and ability to create better oral health at home. Here are some ways you can ensure good oral health:

-Brush and floss your teeth after every meal.
-Use a good quality fluoride mouthwash and toothpaste at least once a day.
-Chew sugar-free gum between and after meals if brushing is not possible.
-Avoid high-sugar foods and drinks.
-Keep your mouth properly hydrated by drinking plenty of water.
-See your dentist twice a year for regular check-ups and proper cleanings.
-Why You Should Choose Chaffin Dental Care

Finding a good dental care provider is a challenge that many of us face after we decide to fix our smile. There are hundreds of providers across the state of Washington and dozens that claim they provide dental implant services. Here at Chaffin Dental Care, our staff is qualified, educated, and experienced. We are also dedicated to transforming smiles and ensuring that all our patients leave satisfied. Feel free to peruse our testimonials page to learn more from our valued patients and their experiences.

Come To Chaffin Dental Care To Improve Your Oral Health

Chaffin Dental Care wants all their Spokane, WA patients to know that their dental problems and missing or crooked teeth need not keep them from smiling with confidence. Dr. Chris Chaffin and his wonderful staff offer amazing dental implants that can improve and restore your smile quickly and easily. We offer great pricing options, so give us a call for your no-obligation consultation.

It is common for many of our patients to experience dissatisfaction or a dip in self-esteem when it comes to missing or damaged teeth. If this is a problem that you are currently experiencing, now is the time to make a change. Here at Chaffin Dental Care, we have many procedures that can transform your damaged teeth and make a huge difference in your smile! In just a few short office visits, we will consult with you on what procedures you want, determine which treatment works best for you, and then work to make your dreams a reality.

How Can Dental Implants Transform My Smile?

Dental implants are a popular tooth replacement procedure that has quickly become the standard of care to replace missing or damaged teeth. The device itself is composed of a foundational piece called a fixture, a middle piece called an abutment and the body of the tooth, often referred to as the crown. Once healed, these parts make up a permanent dental implant that looks, feels, and functions just like a natural tooth.

How Much Will My Procedure Cost?

The first question that most of our patients want to know is if this type of makeover is expensive. The answer to this question will depend upon the type of work you need done. In many cases, the work may be a bit expensive in the beginning, but will actually save you money in the future when you can avoid having to replace less-permanent options like bridges or dentures. On average, most dental implants cost between $2,000 and $5,000 per tooth. However, patients should be aware that this total can vary based upon the type of implant used, location, provider, and whether supplemental procedures are necessary.

Why You Should Fix Your Missing Or Damaged Teeth

Your teeth are very important because they are strongly tied to self-esteem, confidence, and comfort with everyday things like eating, talking, and smiling. If patients are self-conscious about their smile, their lack of confidence can impact all aspects of life. Looking at your smile from this perspective, how can patients afford not to make a change for the positive? Now is time to make a change so you can be happy about the way you look. Here are some additional reasons why you should replace or repair your less-than-perfect smile:

Improve Oral Health. Replacing missing teeth can fill in gaps between teeth that draw in food, plaque, and bacteria. Filling in these spaces amounts to less collection of these dangerous substances and overall better oral health.

Strengthen Jaw Muscle. Being able to chew again means that your jaw muscles will become strong once more and you will once again be able to eat the foods you love.

Stop Bone Deterioration. In The Jaw- Dental implants are the only permanent tooth replacement option that can actually stop and sometimes reverse the jawbone deterioration that usually occurs with tooth loss.

Increase Self-Confidence. Having a whiter, brighter smile means that you can once again smile with confidence and make a great first impression.

Improve Overall Health. Studies have linked poor oral health to a number of serious diseases like Alzheimer ’s, Heart Disease, Diabetes, Osteoporosis, low birth weight and many other problems. So repairing your oral health can mean better overall health as well.

How Do Dental Implants Compare To Other Products

The most popular tooth replacement options are dentures, bridges, and dental implants. But how do dental implants compare to these other two options? Here is a breakdown of the differences:

Dental Implants:

The Benefits: Dental implants look, feel, and function like real teeth. Dental implants also help restore optimal dental health, restore muscle tone, improve self-confidence, and help stop bone deterioration in the jawbone. And finally, dental implants can help restore good oral health and assist in improved overall health.

The Drawbacks: Dental implants are the most expensive option and are often not covered by dental insurance. The process can also be much longer than other options at between 3 months and a year.

Dentures:

The Benefits: Dentures are the least expensive and quickest option. Additionally, if patients have other health problems they may not be able to get dental implants, but they can usually get dentures.

The Drawbacks: Dentures often look like artificial teeth and can be uncomfortable. Dentures can slip, pinch, and prevent patients from eating or speaking normally. They also allow for basic bit function, but patients end up suffering from a flattened jawbone due to bone deterioration.

Bridges:

The Benefits: Bridges are less expensive than dental implants but can be more expensive than dentures. They are the middle option as far as time it takes to get the treatment. They also are easier than dental implants since no surgery is required.

The Drawbacks: Bridges need to be replaced about every ten years. They also require adjacent teeth to be ground down to provide space for the bridge. This can result in a greater chance for decay, damage, or sensitivity of surrounding teeth.

Come To Chaffin Dental Care To Improve Your Dental Health

If you live in the Spokane, WA area and want to know more about the wonderful benefits of dental implants, come see Dr. Chaffin! There is no better time than now to improve your smile and restore your self-confidence. Call us today and get started on a stunning and healthy smile with Dr. Chaffin!