(Newswire.net -- Tuesday January 29, 2013) New York, NY -- If you have damaged or missing teeth, they can be replaced with dental implants. An implant is a titanium screw that is inserted into the upper or lower jawbone to serve as a permanent root for your new tooth. After the implant is placed in the jaw, the bone forms a biological bond with the implant, giving the new crown a solid foundation.                                                   

Dr. Edward A. Woods is one of the leading dental implant specialists in New York City with over 25 years of experience. He describes the affects that missing teeth have on many people’s lives: “People that have missing teeth often find it difficult to chew and swallow, which can affect digestion and their general health and well-being. They can also struggle to socialize with confidence. However, what most people are not aware of is that missing teeth that are not replaced can lead to additional dental problems, including shifting teeth, gum disease, and bone loss, which causes a shrinking jawbone that can change the shape of your face. In these cases a persons’ mouth and jaw will appear to collapse, the lips will appear thinner and as a result, the skin can begin to wrinkle around the mouth and neck.”

Although implants are the best alternative for replacing teeth, the cost of dental implants in NYC is expensive. To find out more about Dr. Woods limited time special on dental implants for new patients, go to http://www.cosmeticdentistnewyorkcity.org.

Dental implants are also the best alternative to dentures. Many denture wearers suffer through discomfort and pain when they eat and many times will not eat in public for fear of their dentures flying out. The option of dental implants will ensure that no one will ever be able to tell if you have implants because they will look and function the same way as your natural teeth would.

Contact Info:

Community Dental Associates, PC
Edward A. Woods, D.D.S.,F.A.A.H.D.
133 East 54th Street, Suite 203
New York, NY 10022
212-755-1637
www.CosmeticDentisNewYorkCity.org