According to dental experts, a dental implant offers those with missing or damaged permanent teeth a solution that can last a lifetime. A dental implant is simply a tiny titanium post inserted into the jaw onto which attaches a dental crown. The crown is a life-like ceramic tooth that fills in the gap left behind by a missing tooth.
The crown restores the appearance, health, and full use of your teeth. Dental implants have a high rate of satisfaction among patients that have received them because they look, feel, and function just like your natural teeth. And although the cost of dental implants may be higher than other options, their durability and versatility make them well worth the extra cost.
Living with missing teeth can be distressing and the traditional prosthetic tooth replacement options — like dentures and bridges — can be frustrating to deal with and require frequent replacements. Dental implant surgery is a completely comfortable procedure that should only ever need to be done once if the implant is properly care for after. Only the crown may need to be replaced due to normal wear and tear from use. The surgery itself is minimally invasive and leaves little to no discomfort after the procedure. And once the site has healed, the prosthetic tooth is ready to be used just like a regular, natural tooth.
For most people, the placement process is very simple and can now be completed in one day. However, more complex cases, may require several months to complete, usually due to the need for bone graft surgeries to strengthen jaw bone enough to support an implant. This is due to people leaving an empty space in their mouth too long which can lead to deterioration of jaw bone tissue.
Because only the crown should need to be replaced every 10-15 years (and this procedure is covered by some dental insurances), implants may save you money in the long run. Whereas bridges may need replacing every 5-10 years due to tooth decay and stress on the anchoring teeth. While dentures may need to be replaced intermittently due to damage from slippage or no longer fitting due to jaw bone regression.
It’s surprisingly easy to care for dental implants. In fact, their maintenance requires the same steps as caring for your natural teeth. Simply follow these basic oral health guidelines:
To get the dental care you deserve from an affordable dentist in Nesconset, contact Nesconset Dental Associates at (631) 228-8780 or schedule an appointment online today!
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