Facts About Dental Implants
Dental implants are considered the standard of care for tooth loss today, offering significant advantages over other dental restoration options in terms of oral health, function, longevity, comfort and aesthetics.
Advances in materials, technology and surgical techniques have made dental implants available to the vast majority of people who have suffered tooth loss. Unfortunately, along with popularity comes misinformation.
Myth #1: Dental Implants Are Very Expensive
Reality: The average lifespan of a dental implant is 25 years. When compared to other alternatives such as dental bridges and dentures, dental implants offer exceptional value.
Myth #2: Dental Implant Surgery Is Extremely Painful
Reality: Most patients who undergo dental implant surgery find the procedure no more painful or uncomfortable than a simple tooth extraction. In addition, our dental professionals are here to ensure your complete comfort during dental implant procedures by offering a range of anesthesia options to suit the needs and preferences of each patient. Sedation/Sleep Dentistry.
Myth #3: Dental Implants Are Often “Rejected”
Reality: Dental implants are constructed of biocompatible materials, most frequently titanium, so rejection is normally a non-issue. Implant failures, in which implants fail to bond with the jawbone, loosen or fall out, occur in a very small percentage of patients. The overall success rate for dental implants is greater than 90%.
Make an appointment with an AXIS Dental Group dental professional today to learn more about Dental Implants. We’re ready to give you back the healthy and confident smile you deserve.