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Are You Afraid to Go to the Dentist?

Welcome to my website. My name’s Linda, and I’m going to share about my phobia for dental procedures. I didn’t fear the dentist when I was a child. My parents started taking me to the dentist when I was a toddler. I visited the dentist diligently until about ten years ago. I was in my early forties when my dental work became more than fillings. I had to have two root canals, and while the procedures went smoothly, I panicked. There was something about being in the chair and having my mouth open for that long that sent me into a panic attack. Since then, I have struggled with going to the dentist. Until recently that is. I found a wonderful dentist who uses mild sedation and is extremely gentle and understanding. I’m excited to share more about this in the hope that my story will help you.

 

Say Goodbye To Embarrassing Gaps With Dental Implants

28 April 2023
 Categories: Dentist, Blog

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If you are dealing with missing teeth, you know how it can and does affect your self-esteem in your daily life. You may avoid smiling or even speaking in public due to your embarrassment, which is a shame because no one deserves to feel unhappy in their own body. Luckily, dental implants are a great solution for this issue and can help you overcome this embarrassment permanently. Dental implants can be used to replace one or several lost teeth and provide a great and natural-looking, virtually permanent solution. This article will discuss the benefits of dental implants and why they might be the right choice for you. 

What Precisely Are Dental Implants, And How Do You Utilize Them?

Dental implants are little (but strong) pieces of titanium that are implanted into the jawbone to replace missing teeth. They work as a kind of anchor for replacement teeth, also known as crowns, and are a popular choice for people who have lost teeth due to injury, decay, or other dental issues that have caused them to have missing teeth. Unlike dentures, dental implants look and feel like natural teeth, making them a more permanent and comfortable solution for tooth loss. They last for years upon years, sometimes for the rest of your life, and they feel just like normal teeth, which means you use them just as you would any other teeth!

The Dental Implant Procedure

The dental implant procedure will take several months in total and is one of the more complicated dental surgeries. First, your dentist will assess whether or not you are a potential candidate for dental implants by examining your teeth and jawbone to see how healthy they are. They may also take X-rays and/or potentially CT scans to determine the best placement for the implants. Next, the implants will be surgically placed into the jawbone. You will then need to wait a few months for the implants to fuse with the bone before the replacement teeth can be attached. Finally, your dentist will attach the replacement teeth to the implants, completing the procedure once and for all.

How This Will Help Your Confidence Over Alternative Options

Dental implants have several benefits. First, they look and feel like natural teeth, so you don't have to worry about feeling self-conscious about your smile. Secondly, dental implants are a more permanent solution than dentures, which may need to be replaced every few years. Thirdly, dental implants help to maintain the shape of your face by preventing bone loss, which can occur when teeth are missing. Additionally, dental implants do not require special care, unlike other non-permanent solutions, which need to be removed and cleaned regularly.

Contact a local dentist to learn more about dental implants.