How Dental Implants Can Reduce Long-Term Dental Costs

Dental implants are a popular and natural-looking option for replacing missing teeth. To some, they might seem expensive, but in the long term, dental implants can reduce the long-term cost of maintaining your teeth. If you’re considering , here are some facts to help with your decision.

Advantages of Dental Implants

Dental implants provide several advantages over other options to replace missing teeth. Once implants are placed, they are permanent. They match the size and appearance of your natural teeth, and do not require any adjustment over time. They are also long-lasting. Regular brushing, flossing and dental check-ups will keep your implants looking great for many years.

Other options for tooth replacement require special maintenance over time. For example, dentures typically need to be adjusted or even completely refitted every few years. Because dentures do not stimulate the jawbone to regenerate tissue, the bone can shrink over time. Loss of bone tissue in the jawbone leads to changes in the way your dentures fit as well as changes in the contours of your jaw and face. These changes mean that your dentures might become uncomfortable, requiring them to be adjusted.

The Consequences of Missing Teeth

Dental implants can also help reduce the long-term expenses of correcting problems that can occur when missing teeth are not replaced. If gaps are left unfilled, remaining teeth will shift into the empty spaces. This affects your alignment as well as your bite. If your teeth do not fit together correctly, you might need additional treatment for:

  • Misalignment that requires orthodontic correction
  • TMD that requires extensive treatment
  • Wear and tear that leads to additional lost teeth

Having missing teeth replaced immediately with dental implants will reduce the possibility that you will have these long-term, costly problems. If you have lost teeth, consult with our experienced implant dentistry team to find out how dental implants can help you keep your smile intact and avoid unnecessary long-term discomfort and expenditures.

To find out more about how dental implants can help you keep your smile healthy and attractive, please contact our office at 303 -730-1222 today.