Dental Implants: Permanent Solution for Lost Teeth

Dental implants have revolutionized the dental industry. Before dental implants were invented, people had to rely on bridges and dentures to replace lost teeth. But now, whether you have lost your teeth to injury, decay or other oral health problems, you can permanently replace that lost tooth. Dental implants provide the same look, feel and function like natural teeth.

Success rate of dental implants

One of the main advantages of dental implants is the high success rate. According to the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS), the success rate of dental implants is more than 95%. People who smoke, have extremely poor oral health or who have low bone density may not initially be good candidates. However, there are procedures, such as bone grafting, that can prepare nearly any patient for a successful dental implant.

The good news is that even if an implant is not successful the first time around, a dentist can help it be successful the next time. For example, peri-implantitis is an infection around an implant that can cause bone loss and an unsuccessful implant. A dentist can treat the infection and use bone grafts to restore the patient’s jawbone. This will increase the chances of a successful implant.

Other advantages of dental implants

A dental implant looks like a natural tooth. Others will not be able to tell that an individual has an implant. This can significantly improve that patient’s self-esteem, especially if the tooth is in a noticeable spot. After getting a dental implant, patients may feel more confident in smiling.

Unlike dentures, dental implants will not come loose when a patient is eating or speaking. The post of the implant is anchored in the jawbone, which is more secure than dentures that rest on the patient’s gumline. The implants can also stimulate the patient’s jawbone, which can prevent bone loss. Therefore, the patient will not have to worry about dental implants not fitting properly after a number of years.

Caring for dental implants

If a patient cares for dental implants properly, the implants can last a lifetime. It is important to clean around the implant very well, so an infection does not develop. The infection can result in pain, inflammation and even eventual loss of the implant.

A patient should use a soft toothbrush to brush the implant with the rest of the teeth. This will avoid scratching the surface of the implant. It is also important for patients to carefully floss around each implant to remove food particles and plaque buildup near the gumline. Finally, regular dental visits are necessary.

Talk to a dentist today

Dental implants are good solutions for missing teeth. The implants have a high success rate and with new procedures such as bone grafting, nearly any patient is a good candidate for an implant. Implants are also stronger than other missing teeth replacement options. Contacting a dentist today will get you started in replacing your missing teeth.

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