There are numerous reasons why, but simply put, tooth loss affects your oral health and quality of life. Everyday functions like chewing, eating, speaking, and smiling become challenging and embarrassing. Not only do missing teeth affect the aesthetic appearance of your smile, but they also result in lower self-confidence.
- They are safe
- Predictable
- Long-lasting
- Restore the function of your smile
- Improve your aesthetic appearance
- Preserve facial structure
Patients of all ages can receive dental implants if they have adequate bone to set the implants.
Dental implants have a success rate of 97%.
No, your dentist will administer a local anesthetic to ensure you do not feel pain or discomfort during the surgery.
Generally, patients return to work or school the next day.
In some cases, dental implants can be covered under certain policies. You will need to discuss this with your insurance provider however.
Several factors influence the cost of dental implants; these include:
- The number of teeth involved
- Bone loss
- Type of procedure
- Sinus lift
- Periodontal disease
- Extractions
The cost of your treatment will be discussed during your consultation.
The answer is simple, treat your implants the same way you treat your natural teeth. Practice good oral hygiene, which includes brushing twice daily, flossing regularly and scheduling semi-annual dental checkups.
Over time, bone loss and additional problems with your remaining teeth can gradually occur. The sooner you replace missing teeth; the sooner you can prevent unwanted issues from arising.