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Your Guide To Dental Implants:Are Dental Implants Right for You? - A smile is a wonderful thing; it has the power to turn someone's day around, to make someone else happy. It also has the power to make you happy. When you smile, you feel better. If you are sensitive or self-conscious about your teeth, it can be hard to let loose with a big grin or a laugh. It can be difficult to let people see the real you because you are worried about how your teeth look. This is about more than vanity; it is about feeling confident and being able to let your self shine through. Teeth can become lost or damaged by accident, congenital defects, trauma, decay, illness, and other reasons that we can't always control. But thanks to dental science, we can control the smile that we go through the rest of our lives with. Dental implants can be a great way for us to regain the confidence to smile. What exactly are they? What happens during the procedure? How much do dental implants cost? And are they right for you? We'll answer your dental implant questions and help you decide.
*They are more tooth-saving than conventional bridgework. Unlike traditional bridges, they do not depend on bordering teeth for support. This preserves the integrity of these teeth. Can You Get Dental Implants? - The great thing about dental implants is that they are successful for people who have lost or damaged teeth for any number of reasons. If you have healthy gums and good overall health, and can undergo routine dental surgery, then it is likely that you will be able to get dental implants. It is also very important that you have sufficient bone to hold the implant, although subperiosteal implants allow people who wouldn't normally be able to get implants to have the procedure. If you are a heavy smoker, have an uncontrolled chronic illness, or have had radiation therapy to the head or neck, you will have to ask your dentist about implants so he can determine if you are a good candidate.
What Happens During a Dental Implant Procedure?:Dental surgery. Most of us would rather do most anything else, like do long division problems or read technical manuals or wait in line sandwiched between two loud, over-perfumed people who want to be your new best friend. It's not fun, but it is eminently worth it. So what happens during the dental implant procedure? First, the site for your implant is prepared for the procedure. Your oral surgeon will do this by opening the gum and exposing the bone. If you don't have enough bone to hold the implant securely, it may be possible to do a bone graft. The bone is then prepared to receive the implant. This is a euphemism; what they're doing is drilling. But you're all numbed up at this point, so relax, close your eyes, and go to your happy place. After this, the implant is set into place and the tissue is sutured. This is it for the implant procedure. After this, your gums must heal and the implant has to integrate itself into the jaw, which is called osseointegration. This usually takes from 3 to 6 months. After this period, a post is attached to the implant which will then support the replacement tooth. A crown is then made to match your teeth. It is placed over the post and cemented into place. As you can see, it is a lengthy process because you have to wait for osseointegration to ensure optimal results. But again, the final result is more than worth it..
Dental Implants Cost:How Much Do Dental Implants Cost? - While most people understand the value of healthy, beautiful teeth, your insurance company probably doesn't care if you have the self-confidence to smile. It is not usually covered by dental insurance. It may be covered in part by your health insurance depending on the cause of the tooth loss or damage. For other reasons, it may be considered cosmetic surgery and so not covered by most plans. A basic implant with no complications can cost from $1250 to $3000. If you have any conditions that complicate the procedure and need bone grafting, sinus elevation, wide or narrow diameter implants, or an implant in the posterior mandible, it can rise dramatically. It can cost from $15,000 to $30,000. Because more and more people are opting for dental implants, though, dentists and surgeons are now charging according to the overall complexity of the procedure, instead of per implant. Here is an example of the price breakdown (this is just an example and prices in your area or for your particular dentist or surgeon may vary greatly):
*$750 for posterior mandible, or implants placed in the lower back jaw. The procedure here is more complex because there is a major nerve center. Again, speak with your dentist to determine what your needs are and what his fees are. It can also save money if you can have the same dentist place the implant and restore it. And do talk to your insurance carrier because you may have some coverage for the procedure. Because of the popularity of implants and the lack of coverage, many dentists offer payment plans or financing for patients. Ask about this as well. Dental implants can help restore your smile and help you regain confidence. Speak with your dentist to see if they are right for you.
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