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1. An Introduction to
Dental Implants

2. Introduction
It doesn’t really matter how well you care for your teeth, because of
gum diseases, accidents or simply tooth decay, you’re bound – at one
point or another – to have to think about replacing some of them.
Now, if you’ve heard about dental implants as the solution you were
looking for but are still hesitating, follow this presentation as we go
through the what, when, why and how of this procedure.

3. What
At its most basic, a dental implant is a substitute for a tooth and its
root. Made of titanium, the screw of the implant will fuse with the
jawbone and become an integral part of it, on par with your natural teeth.
Now, if you can replace teeth one by one,
there are also other options such as
bridges or clip-on dentures that are
supported by implants. However, be careful
in that not all implants are equally effective.
Generic implants may lead to lower success
rates in comparison with recognized and
trusted names, so always see with your
specialist what brands he advocates.

4. When
Usually, when you encounter teeth issues, you face two choices: you
either fix the problem tooth or you extract it. Now, it’s always a better
idea to try and save the tooth first if possible but, if its condition is
beyond repair (such as with fractured or abscessed teeth), then a
dental implant will be the next best thing.
There are other alternatives to implants – dental bridges and dentures
come to mind –, but those pale in comparison with implants as they
just do not offer the same level of comfort or feel as the latter. Which
leads us to the benefits of implants…

5. Why
Not only do implants prevent the discomfort of moving dentures (as
they become an integral part of your jawbone), they also provide you
with the following advantages:
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High durability
Increased self-confidence
Better appearance
Painless eating
Better speech

6. Who & How
With that being said, who to entrust with the responsibility of
placing those implants? Your general dentist or a specialist? When it
comes to implants, the task is usually left to a periodontist or a
maxillofacial surgeon, both of which can be contacted and briefed by
your family dentist.
After a local anesthesia, the periodontist will make a minor incision at
the designated site and place a guide that will serve to install the
implant. Then, by drilling the bone, he will allow the implant to be
placed properly. All in all, this procedure almost never exceeds an
hour.

7. How Much
Although, as we mentioned earlier, there really is no contest between
implants and the other alternatives, implants do cost a lot more too.
For a single replacement (1 tooth), you can expect to pay around
$3,500. And, unfortunately enough, that cost is generally not covered
by insurance companies.
In the end, it’s a matter of finding the right
balance between your wishes and
expectations, your budget and what your
dental team can offer you. You can plan and
save money for some time or try and see if
you can’t negotiate an installment plan.
Dental implants are expensive, but they’re
worth every penny.

8. Conclusion
Dental implants make for the best substitute to real, natural
teeth. Not only do they look and feel the same, they’re also very
durable and well tolerated by the organism.
Despite all those benefits, implants do have a major drawback:
their price. But if you value your comfort and peace of mind,
they truly represent the solution you’ve been searching for.
Implants do deliver on all fronts.

9. Still want to learn more about dental
implants and how they could benefit you?
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10. Still want to learn more about dental
implants and how they could benefit you?
http://www.cosmeticdentistry.net/