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Previously, restoring your complete, healthy, and beautiful smile following tooth loss required partial or full dentures. Now, there is another option: dental implants<\/a>. Since this state-of-the-art tooth-replacement solution is extremely popular, there\u2019s a good chance that you\u2019ve already heard about it. But is what you heard true? Read on to learn five common myths about dental implants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Myth #1: Dental Implants Are Purely Cosmetic<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Since dental implants are customized to suit each patient\u2019s unique dental needs, face shape, and smile goals, the final result is incredible. However, that isn\u2019t the only benefit. In fact, they are the only tooth-replacement solution that stimulates your jawbone, preventing it from deteriorating in the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth #2: Dental Implants Aren\u2019t a Good Choice for Your Wallet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Oftentimes, patients get a price estimate and immediately assume that investing in them isn\u2019t a good financial decision. In reality, dental implants can last for 30 years or more with proper care. So, if you take good care of them, they very well could be the best choice for your wallet too!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth #3: Dental Implants Are for People Who Don\u2019t Have Any Teeth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Although dental implants can help patients who have lost all of their teeth, they are much more versatile than that. In other words \u2013 whether you are missing one tooth or an entire row \u2013 this may be the tooth-replacement solution you\u2019ve been looking for. So, don\u2019t hesitate to schedule a visit with your dentist!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth #4: Dental Implants Are Only for Seniors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Patients struggle with tooth loss for all sorts of reasons \u2013 from severe gum disease to a serious sports-related injury. The good news is that solutions like dental implants are suitable for patients in their 30s, 40s, and 50s too. What\u2019s important is that the patient\u2019s jawbone is strong enough to support them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Myth #5: Dental Implants Require Special Care<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While other tooth-replacement solutions require special care, dental implants do not! To keep them in pristine condition, simply commit to good oral hygiene habits, like brushing and flossing consistently. It\u2019s also important that you visit your dentist biannually so they can make sure it isn\u2019t damaged in any way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Our team at Region Dental<\/a> is here to help you with all of your dental needs \u2013 from routine checkups to state-of-the-art dental implants. If you are interested in the latter, then you\u2019ll be happy to know that we provide fair and honest prices, we\u2019ve partnered with skilled local surgeons to ensure you get the phenomenal results you deserve, and we offer appointments as early as 7 AM. If you\u2019re ready to take the next step, get in touch with us via our website<\/a> or by phone at (219) 362-8980<\/strong> to schedule an appointment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Previously, restoring your complete, healthy, and beautiful smile following tooth loss required partial or full dentures. Now, there is another option: dental implants. Since this state-of-the-art tooth-replacement solution is extremely popular, there\u2019s a good chance that you\u2019ve already heard about it. But is what you heard true? Read on to learn five common myths about […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-338","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\nDental Debunk: 5 Common Myths About Dental Implants<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Since they are so popular, you may have heard quite a bit about dental implants. But is what you heard true? 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