Missing teeth can be a blemish on an otherwise beautiful smile. Sure, you’ll no longer suffer from tooth pain, but when there are gaps in the front of your mouth, they can not only make you feel self-conscious, they can compromise your ability to eat and speak comfortably. What’s more, the jawbone underneath the area where you’ve had tooth extractions can begin to deteriorate and recede without healthy tooth roots to support it, and normal chewing to stimulate it and keep it strong. Dental implants are a durable and long-lasting substitute to your natural teeth that look, feel, and function just like the real thing. Dr. White can generally perform tooth extractions and place implants during the same visit to our Franklin, TN office! Ask for a complimentary dental implant consultation today.