Dental Implants Expert In Phoenix: Addressing All Your Fears And Concerns, Part4

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Welcome to the final installment of our four-part article series on the frequently asked questions and concerns patients have for dental implants in Phoenix. Previously, in Part 3 of the series, we addressed (1) how long patients should take off work after having implants placed, (2) what the possible risk of implant failure is, and (3) what should and shouldn’t be done during the post-operative phase of healing.

Here are some final questions and concerns…

Your Question/Concern: How long do implants last? And will I ever need to replace them?

Dental Implant Specialists in Arizona Answer:

“If you’re in good health, seek the services of a qualified and experienced implant surgeon and practice the necessary preventative measures, such as good oral hygiene and regular dental check-ups, then your implants should last you upwards of 30 years. In fact, there’s no reason they shouldn’t last you a lifetime without the need for restoration or additional expense! Implant failure is linked with poor hygiene maintenance, medical conditions (diabetes and bone disorders) and habits such as smoking, ...
... excessive alcohol consumption and drug abuse.”

Your Question/Concern: I heard that conventional bridges are cheaper than implants. Why should I then choose implants?

Dental Implant Specialists in Phoenix Answer:

“The treatment you ultimately choose is up to you, however your dentist will advise you that implants are better. While they may seem to be costlier, they work out to be more cost-effective than traditional teeth replacement technologies (such as conventional bridges) in the long run. This is because dental implants can last three times longer than bridges, which require frequent restoration and replacement every 10 to 12 years, as opposed to the lifespan of a dental implant, which can be upward of 30 years.

“Additionally, bridges require two healthy teeth to be sacrificed in order to support a replacement tooth,” explain dental implant specialists in Arizona. “They also don’t maintain good jawbone health like implants do and this can lead to the localized loss of bone volume and subsequent stability issues for the neighboring teeth. Bridges tend to be linked with a greater incidence of tooth decay (of the supporting natural teeth), which can lead to inflamed gums, chronic bad breath, a persistent nasty taste in your mouth and eventually tooth loss. Now you decide which investment is smarter!”

Your Question/Concern: What happens if my implant fails?

Dental Implant Specialists in Phoenix Answer:

“Don’t panic! In most cases, we can do a repeat procedure to place the implant. We will also thoroughly review your case to determine just what went wrong and what you can do differently to help your implant heal properly. As it was explained in Part 3 of this series, implant failure most frequently comes down to incorrect post-operative care and poor dental hygiene.”

Your Question/Concern: I’m really nervous about getting dental implants. Is there something you can give me to help me relax?

Dental Implant Specialists in Phoenix Answer:

“Absolutely. Many dental implant specialists in Arizona are qualified as sedation dentists as well. This entitles them to provide patients with sedation medications that calm them and help them feel comfortable about their treatment. Sedation can be provided orally (pill-form), intravenously or via the administration of Nitrous Oxide (laughing gas). Either way, your comfort is our priority and we will ensure that you are totally calm and numbed before we begin giving you new teeth.”

Author Bio:

Rozar Peter has been working with dental implant specialists in Arizona for long. By this article he is addressing all your fears and concerns to the dentists about dental implants in Phoenix.