Although many experts consider dental implants the gold standard of replacement teeth, plenty of patients opt for dentures or bridges instead. This is partly because the latter options are typically more cost-effective initially. For example, they don’t require oral surgery, which helps keep prices low.
However, implants offer many unique advantages that make them an excellent long-term investment. In fact, you might even save money in the long run by choosing this sturdier solution to rebuild your smile. Continue reading to learn 3 of the benefits of this treatment that help make it worth the cost!
Perk #1: Longer-Lasting Materials
Dental implants are capped with restorations made from the same resilient ceramic as dental bridges and dentures. The porcelain typically used can be color-matched to resemble your natural teeth, and the material is less porous than enamel, so it can better resist chips, cracks, and stains.
With that said, implants are the only option that includes a biocompatible titanium or ceramic support rod that’s inserted into your jawbone. These materials eventually fuse with your jawbone through a process called osseointegration, which makes them a more permanent part of your smile. As a result, they can remain in place for 20+ years if properly cared for, while alternative solutions might only last 5 to 15 years.
Perk #2: Prevent Additional Tooth Loss
Did you know your jaw starts to thin when adult teeth go missing? The roots stimulate additional bone growth that keeps it active and healthy each time you bite down, but when one falls out, you can lose up to 25% of the surrounding density within 12 months. Eventually, the foundation of your mouth can become too frail to support your remaining teeth, which can cause additional loss.
These restorations are the only treatment that involves placing one or more support rods into your jaw to function like roots. It can take three to six months to recover from surgery because that’s how long it takes for your mouth to produce enough new bone to envelop your implant fully. This helps preserve your jawbone to avoid additional tooth loss as well as facial collapse.
Perk #3: Less Prone to Injuries
Surgically placing replacement teeth firmly embeds them in your mouth so they’re less likely to become destabilized or dislodged, which can help avoid potential injuries. For example, dentures are notorious for falling out at embarrassing times, such as during a meal or conversation, and can be injured or broken if they fall onto a hard surface. Patients frequently pay to have their dentists reline their teeth to improve fit and help prevent accidents.
Meanwhile, dental implants aren’t intended to be easily removed and reinserted. Furthermore, the procedure has an incredibly high success rate of over 90%, so you’re unlikely to injure or lose your prosthetic if you follow your provider’s post-op instructions carefully.
You might think that you’re saving money by choosing a different treatment, but opting to rebuild your smile with implants provides unique advantages that help them pay for themselves!
About the Practice
Patients at One Dental New Jersey benefit from two dentists eager to help them build and maintain beautiful, healthy teeth and gums. Dr. Rabbi and Dr. Ahmed are both highly accomplished individually, and they collaborate to offer a comprehensive menu of quality services to meet all your needs under one roof, including placing and restoring dental implants. They have the advanced training and state-of-the-art equipment to perform the entire procedure in the office for your convenience. You can request an appointment on the website or by calling (908) 409-0881.