If you are looking for a way to replace your missing teeth, dental implants can be an excellent option. Not only do they offer all kinds of unique benefits – such as preventing bone loss in the jaw – but they also have an impressively high success rate of 95%! What makes dental implants so reliable? Below is a brief look at some of the factors that help improve the chances of your new smile lasting as long as possible.
Dental Implant Surgery is Carefully Planned
One of the most important aspects of the dental implant process is making sure that the posts are inserted into precisely the right spots in the jaw. As such, your dentist will utilize the latest technology in order to gather the information they need to figure out where the implants need to go. Specifically, they can use a cone beam scanner that can create a three-dimensional model of the face and jaw. Said model will show the location of nerve pathways and other structures that need to be avoided when placing implants.
Furthermore, your dentist will not move forward with the dental implant process until they have confirmed that there is an adequate amount of bone density in your jaw. In the event that bone loss has occurred, you will likely need to have bone grafting performed before you can be considered a dental implant candidate.
Dental Implants are Placed by a Knowledgeable Expert
Naturally, the knowledge and skills of the person placing your dental implants will greatly influence your chances of success. Because of this, your dentist will handle the dental implant process one of two different ways. If they have been trained in dental implant procedures, they will often handle the implant placement surgery themselves. Otherwise, they may refer you to an oral surgeon who specializes in such procedures.
Dental Implants are Easy to Take Care Of
The risk of dental implant failure is low, but it’s not zero. In order to ensure the long-term success of your new smile, you need to be able to take excellent care of your dental implants. Fortunately, it’s quite easy to do so because dental implants can be brushed and flossed as if they were natural teeth. By maintaining good oral hygiene (and visiting your dentist twice a year), you can keep your dental implants in excellent shape for many years to come.
Interested in pursuing dental implants now that you know the reasons why they’re so reliable? Reach out to your dentist today to schedule your initial dental implant consultation and take the first step toward reclaiming a complete smile.
About the Author
Dr. David Salibian is a graduate of the Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. He is a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantology, and he is able to offer in-office dental implant placement at his current practice, EyeSmile Dentistry and Optometry of Belmont. If you would like to schedule a dental implant consultation with Dr. Salibian, visit his website or call (617) 484-7869.