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It is estimated that over 50
million Indian are missing one
or more of their teeth due to
genetics, tooth decay, advanced
periodontal disease or
accidents. If you are one of
these people, you may have
difficulty chewing, speaking, or
even smiling. A dental implant
or restoration may be the best
way to restore that
functionality and smile again.
Implants can also improve your
dental health in other ways by:
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Filling the hole the tooth
root occupied (this helps
prevent bacteria and food
particles from becoming
trapped there)
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Stimulating the bone and
helping prevent bone loss
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Preventing the necessity of
having healthy teeth cut
down for crowns or bridges
A dental implant is a titanium
implant that mimics the tooth’s
root. It is placed in the
jawbone and behaves as if it
were your normal tooth.
Dental implants are a much
better treatment option than a
dental bridge, and they cost
much less in the long run. The
implant does not rely on crowns
being put on healthy adjacent
teeth; nor is it limited by how
long a span it can cover. Dental
implants are the longest lasting
dental restoration available
today.
When is an implant indicated?
Advantages over other Dental
Restorations
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Natural Look & Feel-
Implants mimic a natural
tooth in the way it feels
and functions.
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Prevention of Bone
Resorption- Implant
placement prevents bone
resorption in the
surrounding area.
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No Additional Cleaning-
Implant care is identical to
that of a natural tooth,
just brushing and flossing.
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Added Confidence- A dental
implant is secure and
immovable.
Disadvantages
-
Insurance Coverage –
Your insurance may not cover
the entire cost of your
dental implant.
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Additional Visits –
Dental implants require more
dental visits for placement
than other dental
restorations.
-
Healing Delay –
Depending on the quality of
bone, a period of time may
be necessary for healing of
the area before a dental
crown can be placed on your
dental implant.
Who is a good candidate for
dental implants?
Any individual in good
overall health could be a good
candidate for a dental implant.
Our dentist's will determine
whether you have enough bone
support and the spacing required
for a dental implant.
Implants are the most natural
dental restoration for the
replacement of a missing tooth.
When cared for properly, they
will last a lifetime.
Implant-retained dentures:
If you are unable to wear
regular dentures for any reason,
or don’t want to live with the
hassle and discomfort of them,
attaching dentures to implants
is a great solution. |
