Being embarrassed by your teeth can cause more problems for you than you might realize. When you are embarrassed to show your teeth, it means you probably avoid social situations where you might be forced to smile. It can also cause people passing by you to assume you are rude or anti-social if you won’t meet their smile with your own. Finally, if it starts to hurt to chew, you might avoid eating the nutritional foods you need. This can cause you to get sick. Thankfully, there are ways you can fix the issues with your teeth.
What Are False Teeth?
If you are suffering from issues with your teeth, you can look into getting false teeth. False teeth are items that are made to replace missing or damaged teeth. The most common type of false teeth is dentures. These are usually made of nylon, metal, or acrylic and can be used to replace one tooth, several teeth, or even all of your teeth. Dentures can help improve your ability to eat, help with speech, and improve your self-confidence. They can also help keep your jaw structure from sagging over time.
What Are the Alternatives to False Teeth?
However, dentures are not for everyone. The good news is that there are alternatives to getting dentures.
Dental Implants
One of the common alternatives to dentures is dental implants. These are made of titanium and are placed into your jawbone through surgery. The implants act as anchors to hold your replacement teeth in your mouth. You will get to one appointment to have your implants put in, and then three to six months later, your dentist can put in your replacement teeth. You have to wait to allow the implants to fully bond with your jawbone.
One of the primary differences between dental implants and dentures is that implants cannot be removed. However, like dentures, they are a long-term and durable option. In addition, since the implants are permanently in your mouth, it makes activities like speaking and eating much easier than dentures.
Not everyone is a candidate for dental implants, however. You need to have healthy gums and a specific amount of supportive bone left in your mouth. If you wish to invest in dental implants, you can expect to spend between $1,500 and $6,000 per tooth.
If dental implants won’t work for you, there are other options you can look into.
Overdentures
Another option to look into is overdentures. This process allows a few of your natural teeth to remain to help support your jawbone. Your dentist will make dentures that will fit over the teeth that are still in your mouth, which will stop the dentures from sliding around in your mouth.
To be eligible to get overdentures, you will have to have some teeth that are still in decent condition. Otherwise, they will not be able to support the overdentures. If you currently have periodontal disease, this is not a good solution for you. If you want to get overdentures, you can expect to spend between $1,000 and $3,000 per implant. Keep in mind that you will need to have several implants put in, so ultimately you will likely spend between $6,500 and $22,500.
Dental Bridges
A third option is dental bridges. If you are missing only one tooth, a dental bridge is a great way to go. It is a prosthetic tooth that is held in place by crowns or dental implants. There is one disadvantage to dental bridges, and that is that healthy tooth structure from adjacent teeth has to be removed to place the crowns. However, once the bridge is in place in your mouth, you will not need to worry about it moving around. The average cost for a dental bridge is between $1,500 and $5,000.
Snap-on Veneers
Finally, a fourth option is to get snap-on veneers. This false-teeth alternative snaps right on over your existing teeth. It is a great option if you are missing some teeth or have teeth that are broken or discolored. With Shiny Smile Veneers, a custom-made set of veneers is created for your teeth so that they will fit smoothly in your mouth. As a result, you can eat and do anything you typically would without having to worry about them moving around in your mouth.
Snap-on veneers from Shiny Smile Veneers are a much more affordable option. You can get a complete set for only $570 and can get a top or bottom arch for only $370.
Are Shiny Smile Veneers Right for Me?
If you are considering Shiny Smile Veneers, ask yourself the following questions.
- Do I want to go to the dentist and deal with drilling?
- Do I want to spend a bunch of money to fix my teeth?
- Do I want something permanent?
If your answer to all of those questions is no, then Shiny Smile Veneers are likely a good choice for you. Here is some more important information about these veneers.
- You can eat or drink anything (not boiling) with your snap-on veneers in, but taking them out when eating can extend their life.
- After two to four weeks of wearing them, you will be able to eat/talk regularly.
- You never have to visit a dentist during the entire process. You order a kit, make a mold, and we send your veneers to you.
Conclusion
When you are uncomfortable with your teeth, it can cause a whole host of problems for you. Some people choose to get dentures if they want to fix their smile, but there are plenty of other options as well. Several alternatives to dentures include dental implants, overdentures, dental bridges, and snap-on veneers. Unfortunately, many of these options include dental surgery and can be quite expensive. Snap-on veneers from Shiny smile Veneers, however, are an affordable option that doesn’t require going to the dentist.
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