5 Reasons Dental Implants Are Worth It

A photo of an elderly couple with their granddaughterIf you are missing a tooth, you know the inconvenience, embarrassment, and stress that comes with this predicament. Your smile and eating habits have been hindered, and you need a fix. But dental implants sound like a huge endeavor and expense. Is it worth it?

Here are the reasons our team at Flushing Oral Surgery and Dental Implants believes dental implants are worth the investment.

Long-Lasting

The unparalleled durability that a dental implant offers cannot be ignored. An implant’s titanium screw fuses with the jawbone through a process called osseointegration, securing it in place forever. Now, that’s a permanent solution. The moment a tooth is lost, the supporting jawbone begins to lose structure and deteriorate. However, the fusing of the implant with bone provides much-needed stimulation that keeps the jaw healthy and the smile long-lasting.

Replacing the Root

Dental implants don’t just replace the part of the tooth that we can see above your gum line, but they replace the root of your tooth as well. By acting as root, the implant increases your chances of avoiding bone loss. Healthy bones mean healthy smiles.

No Dietary Restrictions

Since dental implants function and feel like your natural teeth, patients can enjoy eating without any dietary restrictions. Implants offer the freedom of eating anything and everything, as opposed to dentures that can put a strain on your normal eating habits.

A Natural Look

Arguably the greatest advantage of getting a dental implant is that the tooth replacement doesn’t look like anything but a real tooth. Without question, it looks and functions so naturally that your friends will never know that the implant is not the real tooth.

The Cost of Going Without

Dental implants last 2-3 times as long as bridges and dentures. So, the upfront expense translates to a better investment over time. In fact, implants end up paying for themselves. In terms of longevity and cost, dental implants cant be beaten.

Is dental implant surgery worth all the trouble? When it comes to durability, appearance, and functionality, dental implants are the best option out there. By choosing dental implants, youre choosing the long-term option that can last a lifetime.

At Flushing Oral Surgery and Dental Implants, we owe much of the success of our dental implants to our team approach which involves our dual degree oral maxillofacial surgeon, Dr. Li, your restorative dentist, and our dedicated dental laboratory. We pair the latest technology, such as our X-Guide™ guided implant system and our cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) system with surgical evidence-based analysis to ensure precision and accuracy.

Want to make an appointment with us to discuss your options? Call our Flushing NY office today! Flushing NY Office Phone Number 347-943-1960