Dental Implants: 3 Of The Most Common Myths

Are you having trouble carrying on your daily functions because of your misaligned teeth? Are you missing teeth as a result of a previous dental problem? Have you ever considered having cosmetic dental work? If you haven't, you probably should. As frightening as it sometimes is for some of us, having dental work such as implants, improves the function of our teeth and overall oral health. It is the goal of this article to discuss three common myths about dental implants in an effort to dispel falsehoods preventing patients from achieving dental health through implants. The first common myth about dental implants is that dentures are better. Simply not true. Even if you disregard the aesthetic values of implants, the advantages of these prosthetics still outweigh those of dentures. Specifically, implants can be used to replace a single tooth or multiple teeth, food doesn't get trapped under the implant crown (which is a common complaint with dentures) and they allow you to maintain your bony tissue at the site of the extracted tooth. The second common myth about dental implants is that there are too many side effects. Again, not true. As with any dental procedure designed to treat tooth decay, it is possible that a number of complications can occur during and after the procedures. However, just because your dentist gives you an exhaustive cautionary list of possible complications or side effects, it does not mean that you will experience all of the side effects. The process is not a one size fit all and consequently any side effects that you incur are contingent upon your unique circumstances. The third common myth about dental implants is that the surgery is too lengthy of a process. Although implant surgery is considered a cosmetic procedure, it is not a long surgical procedure. In fact, implant surgery usually takes roughly 20-30 minutes. However, the recovery process can and does take time as you can imagine your mouth needs time to adjust to the implant. Whether you had a pre-existing distrust of implants based on the previous bad experiences of someone you know or you are hesitant to try them as a result of misinformation that you found on the Internet, chances are your fears are without merit. This is especially true if your misinformation or falsehoods came from an unreliable source or someone with malicious intent. However, you no longer have to fear dental procedures such as implants that could very well improve the function of your teeth and your overall oral health.