{"id":27701,"date":"2016-10-17T15:44:08","date_gmt":"2016-10-17T15:44:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/progrin.com\/?p=27701"},"modified":"2023-01-05T18:58:12","modified_gmt":"2023-01-05T18:58:12","slug":"dental-implants-solution-missing-teeth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/progrin.com\/blog\/dental-implants-solution-missing-teeth\/","title":{"rendered":"Are Dental Implants the Right Solution for Your Missing Teeth?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-27702 aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/progrin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/Dental-Implants-candidate.jpg\" alt=\"Dental implants are an ideal solution for missing teeth.\" width=\"760\" height=\"399\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-27702 aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/progrin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/Dental-Implants-candidate.jpg\" alt=\"Dental implants are an ideal solution for missing teeth.\" width=\"760\" height=\"399\" \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<p>Do you hide your smile because of missing teeth? If so, imagine what it would feel like to correct the problem, knowing you could smile again with confidence!<\/p>\n<p>Attaining a healthy, beautiful\u00a0smile again doesn\u2019t just have to be a dream &#8211; it could be a reality with <strong>dental implants<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2>Why choose\u00a0dental implants?<\/h2>\n<p>There are many <a href=\"http:\/\/www.aaid-implant.org\/about-dental-implants\/what-are-the-benefits-of-dental-implants-over-other-treatments\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">benefits of dental implants<\/a>\u00a0as a solution for missing teeth or even decayed, diseased, or damaged teeth. Dental implants look and feel completely natural, restoring your smile to its original beauty and function.<\/p>\n<p>Without compromising the strength of neighboring teeth, implants allow you to chew and speak comfortably and naturally. Additionally, they help prevent tooth shifting and misalignment, which could occur if a missing tooth is left untreated for a long period of time.<\/p>\n<p>Unlike bridges and dentures, implants are a long-lasting solution; they can last a lifetime when properly cared for.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-27703 aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/progrin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/Dental-Implants-last-lifetime.jpg\" alt=\"Many people have found dental implants to be the right solution for missing teeth.\" width=\"760\" height=\"399\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-27703 aligncenter lazyload\" src=\"https:\/\/progrin.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/10\/Dental-Implants-last-lifetime.jpg\" alt=\"Many people have found dental implants to be the right solution for missing teeth.\" width=\"760\" height=\"399\" \/><\/noscript><\/p>\n<h2>Are you a candidate for dental implants?<\/h2>\n<p>Many people, including those advanced in years, are ideal candidates for dental implants. Some factors your dentist will consider include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The condition of your general, overall health.<\/li>\n<li>Whether or not you have sufficient healthy jaw bone density to support an implant.<\/li>\n<li>The health of your gum tissue.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>There are a few factors that could potentially lower the success rate of your dental implant. These include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Smoking.<\/li>\n<li>Excessive alcohol consumption.<\/li>\n<li>Cancer, a blood disorder, diabetes, or other illness.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Although these factors may prevent you from being an <i>ideal<\/i>\u00a0implant candidate, they don\u2019t automatically disqualify you from the procedure.<\/p>\n<h2>Questions to ask during your implants consultation<\/h2>\n<p>Before you\u00a0choose dental implants over another solution, you&#8217;ll want to\u00a0feel comfortable with what&#8217;s involved. Here are a few questions you may want to ask your dentist or oral surgeon during your consultation:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>How long have you been placing implants?<\/li>\n<li>Do you have any case studies or before and after photos you can share with me?<\/li>\n<li>What special training have you received?<\/li>\n<li>How much do dental implants cost?<\/li>\n<li>Will my insurance cover any portion\u00a0of the expense?<\/li>\n<li>Do you offer a\u00a0payment program?<\/li>\n<li>What will you do to ensure I&#8217;m comfortable during treatment?<\/li>\n<li>This procedure makes me nervous. What will\u00a0you do to calm my nerves?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Dental implants are a life-changing solution for many people who have suffered from missing teeth! If you believe you might be a <a href=\"https:\/\/progrin.com\/blog\/services\/implant-dentistry\/\">candidate for implants<\/a>, discuss your options\u00a0with your dentist.<\/p>\n<p><i>Share this article with any of your friends or family\u00a0who may\u00a0be searching for a solution for missing teeth.\u00a0<\/i><\/p>\n<p><em>The content on this blog is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of qualified health providers with questions you may have regarding medical conditions.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Re-posted with permission. Source<strong>:\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.quickdentalanswers.com\/\">https:\/\/www.quickdentalanswers.com\/<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do you hide your smile because of missing teeth? If so, imagine what it would feel like to correct the problem, knowing you could smile again with confidence! Attaining a healthy, beautiful\u00a0smile again doesn\u2019t just have to be a dream &#8211; it could be a reality with dental implants. Why choose\u00a0dental implants? 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