A Short Guide On Permanent Dental Implants

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If you are missing a tooth or you will be going in for the removal of one, then learning about permanent dental implants may be something you should follow through with. Here is a short guide that will help you get some basic knowledge of permanent dental implants

Dental implants are considered to be permanent

Unlike some other options for tooth replacement, such as partial dentures or full dentures, dental implants are a permanent solution. This is due to their design in which they act as roots, taking the place of the roots of a tooth. They go into your gum and are connected to the bone. A crown will be affixed to the hardware of the implant. This crown is crafted to have the shape, color, and shade of your other teeth, and this makes it so people won't even know it's not the tooth that you were born with. It will also feel real in your mouth and it will function just as your other teeth do. 

Dental implant procedures are common

When you get dental implants, you will be glad to know that the procedure is one that is extremely common. Along with being a very popular choice for tooth loss replacement, dental implants have a very high chance of being successful. This means that the implant will remain in place and there will be no immediate problems that arise from having the dental implant put in. In fact, the success rate is 97%.

Dental implants can be stronger than real teeth

Another great thing for you to know is that dental implants are made from titanium, a very strong metal. This means that the implant will be strong and it will last a long time. As you age, your teeth may become weaker and break more easily. However, the implant will remain in place. Even if the crown should end up with damage at some point, the implant will be strong and the crown would just need to be repaired or replaced, which would be a simple procedure. 

Dental implants are easy to care for

Unlike dentures that need to be removed and cared for in addition to the regular dental care the rest of your teeth need, a dental implant requires no special treatment. You will simply floss and brush as you would anyway. You do want to make sure you still floss between the crowns of implants and make sure they do get brushed like your other teeth do.

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22 December 2020

Dealing With Dental Dilemmas: Soft Teeth and Dental Care

Being born with naturally soft teeth, I've spent a lot of time in and out of the dentist's office. Not only have I learned a lot about basic dental care, I've also discovered many tips for dealing with broken teeth, extractions, implants, and more. I decided that I wanted to make the most of my experience by sharing what I've learned with others. True first-hand experience is a great teacher, and I knew that my story could help. I created this site to do just that, and I hope that the information here helps you to understand what to expect from your dental problems.