CHAMPAIGN, IL – (Chambana Today) – As a surgeon, Dr. V Escobar diagnoses and both surgically and medically treats conditions, injuries, and defects of the mouth, jaw, and associated regions. He performs repair of facial and maxillofacial fractures, tumor resections, extraction of teeth, and dental implant procedures. Dr. Escobar knows that losing a tooth can be both emotionally and physically challenging. Traditional tooth replacement methods, such as dentures and bridges, often fall short. Dentures can be uncomfortable and prone to slipping, while bridges can affect neighboring teeth. Dental implants are designed to look and feel exactly like your natural teeth.
Dental implants are individually crafted to match the color, size, and shape of your existing teeth. They are securely anchored into your jawbone, ensuring they stay firmly in place.
Longevity and durability: dental implants can last a lifetime
Investing in high-quality dental care is crucial for your oral health. Dental implants are a long-term investment that can potentially last a lifetime with proper care. Unlike dentures, which typically need replacement every 5-10 years, dental implants offer durability.
Made from titanium, dental implants are extremely strong. Titanium’s unique properties allow it to fuse with the bone tissue, providing a stable and long-lasting base for the implant. This fusion process helps the implant become a permanent part of your jawbone.
Enhanced eating and chewing capabilities
The primary function of your teeth is to bite and chew food. When you lose a tooth, it can disrupt the harmony of your mouth’s components, making chewing difficult. Dental implants restore this balance by replacing both the root and the crown of the missing tooth.
By filling in gaps left by missing teeth, dental implants help prevent your remaining teeth from shifting out of place, making chewing easier and more efficient.
Prevention of bone loss in the jaw
One of the most significant advantages of dental implants is their ability to prevent bone loss in your jaw. Unlike other tooth replacement options that sit on top of the gums, dental implants fuse directly with the jawbone, stimulating bone growth and preventing deterioration.
Bone loss in the jaw can occur for several reasons, including periodontal disease, tooth loss, trauma, genetics, and certain medications. Dental implants act as artificial roots, providing the necessary stimulation to keep the jawbone healthy and strong.
Easy maintenance and care
Caring for dental implants is straightforward. They do not require any special cleaning solutions or adhesives—just brush and floss them as you would with your natural teeth.
In addition to using the most up-to-date technology for dental implants, Dr. Escobar also treats facial, oral, and neck skin lesions, plus reconstructs the defects caused by resection of oral and facial skin cancer. He additional treats facial and maxillofacial fractures including orbital, nose, jaw, maxilla and TMJ fractures.
For a consultation with Dr. Escobar, call him at 217-366-1246, or visit his website.