Dental implants could be a solution for people suffering from tooth loss, according to a new report.

This form of cosmetic dentistry was highlighted in the study Dental Implants Market: Increasing Familiarity to Drive Growth.

According to the research, the market for people having dental implants will double by 2015.

It pointed out that the procedure is usually used to counter tooth loss and involves the use of prosthetic teeth.

Unlike other options that could be employed, dental implants offer a more permanent solution, according to the report.

The authors stated: "Although there are a number of other restorative options for missing teeth like bridges and dentures, none have proven to be as functionally effective and durable as implants."

Furthermore, they can be used to offer structural support to single crowns and bridges. They can also be used with dentures – something that can add stability and reduce irritation to the gums.

In related news, it was suggested in a letter published in the Nigerian Guardian that loosing teeth can cause embarrassment and psychological trauma.