Dental Implants - Solution For Replacing Missing Teeth

DENTAL IMPLANTS OR NO IMPLANTS... that is the question facing people with missing teeth! Not only that, but how much do dental implants cost?

An actual dental implant recipient shares her experience in the following article to help our readers...

When I lost two teeth, I learned that I had choices to make. I could either leave a gaping hole in my mouth, get a bridge from one tooth to the next or get a dental implant.

I asked questions: WHO gets a dental implant? WHY? WHAT? WHEN? WHERE? HOW? And last, but not least... Does it hurt?

WHO GETS DENTAL IMPLANTS?

Anyone, who is in good health and who loses one or more teeth, is a candidate for an implant. If you don’t have an implant, other teeth will eventually lean over and shift in your mouth.

The individual must have healthy gums, and this will be evaluated by your dental professional.

WHY GET DENTAL IMPLANTS?

I studied my situation. Why spend the money for a dental bridge or an implant? I found several reasons:

I learned that the remaining teeth will shift and tilt toward the toothless area.
Open areas, or missing teeth, may cause bite problems because the way the jaw closes could make it difficult to eat and chew food. This will eventually cause biting irregularities.
Food may become lodged in empty spaces and this can increase decay and gum disease.
Worse than all these facts is the fact that supporting bone in the jaw begins to dissolve.
A person’s self esteem, confidence, and well-being eventually are negatively affected.

WHAT IS A DENTAL IMPLANT?

I learned that dental implants are safe, natural looking, and most often will last a lifetime. I wanted to know more.

Implants are stronger, more dependable and durable than bridges or dentures. The implant is a small sturdy titanium post placed in the jaw bone.

Dental implants do not get cavities. My natural teeth would not be affected - no grinding, no clasps, no crowns! The dentist would check the bone mass in my jaw, and an implant would preserve the jawbone and prevent bone deterioration. This keeps the bone and gum tissue from collapsing.

WHEN TO HAVE A DENTAL IMPLANT?

When a person loses a tooth, or teeth, it is wise to consider an implant immediately - “sooner rather than later.”

Don’t wait years until your teeth shift and slant.

If you wait, as I did, you may need to wear braces to bring your shifted/slanted teeth into an upright position before you can have the implant(s). This increases costs and delays the implant.

WHERE TO HAVE A DENTAL IMPLANT? - OR BY WHOM?

Implants are most often done by specialists, though some dentists are trained and qualified. A specialist is a prosthodontist, periodontist, or an oral surgeon. My dentist wisely referred me to a specialist. That was over 15 years ago, and my “implants” are still perfect!

Check out the doctor’s credentials - from what schools did he/she graduate? How long has he/she been in practice? Visit the office, just so you will know the distance you will need to travel - and even ask for a “consultation” visit. Ask for a referral, a former patient with whom you can talk regarding the procedure!

As with everything in life, prices vary. Do some comparison shopping. Don’t hesitate to inquire about costs before you begin the procedure and, by all means, ask about your AmeriPlan discount.

HOW TO HAVE A DENTAL IMPLANT?

Begin your search with optimism because implants have been tried and proven by people everywhere for many years. Take the recommendation of your dentist because he may determine that you are not a good candidate for the procedure. However, don’t stop there - get a second and a third opinion!

Ask your doctor every question about the surgery. How long will the procedure take? What does he actually do? What kind of anaesthetic will be used? Since this is done in his office, will you be able to drive home? How long will you be unable to eat or chew on the implant? How often will you go for checkups? … and your list of questions could go on.

DOES IT HURT TO GET A DENTAL IMPLANT?

Does it hurt when you get a filling in a tooth? Does it hurt when you have any dental work done? I think the answer would be "yes, more or less."

When I had my dental implants, the dentist gave me a very light anesthetic. I believe he called it "twilight sleep." He wanted me awake during the procedure, and kept talking to me. Because of the anesthetic, I have to say that the "hurt" was mild. It is a procedure I highly recommend. I was as apprehensive as you probably are--but, to have it done, is one of the best decisions I ever made.

This was done in my dentist's office. I use the word "dentist" generally--but be sure you have a "dentist" who is a specialist in "implants". He will probably be an oral surgeon or a maxiofacial dentist. My procedure took about three hours, and I had two done at one time (side by side). This was done in the dentist's office--and I was not permitted to drive home. I stayed home from work for two days plus Saturday and Sunday. Of course, you will have to be careful about eating and keeping the "surgery" portion of your mouth very clean.

Personal testimony given to DiscountDentistry.com by RW Jackson in Orange County, CA.

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