Unlike other types of restorations like dentures or dental bridges, dental implants are a permanent solution to tooth loss. But because they can’t be removed like traditional dentures and require a more secure attachment than bridges, many patients wonder if they’re truly safe. The great news is that yes, dental implants are very safe. Here’s why even though they require a surgical procedure, they’re still the very best way to replace missing teeth!
How Safe Are Dental Implants?
One of the first questions many patients ask at their dental implant consultation is if dental implants are safe. Not only are they perfectly safe for many patients, but they also have a 95 percent success rate!
How Does My Dentist Make Dental Implant Surgery Safe?
There are many ways your dentist ensures the safety of your dental implant surgery. This includes evaluating your jaw for any potential problems and recommending preliminary treatment like a sinus lift or bone grafting prior to your dental implant procedure. If necessary, getting these treatments will help increase your odds of implant success.
Following your surgery, your dentist will also provide you with thorough aftercare instructions that will help ensure that your new smile has the best odds for success. Be sure to follow these tried and tested steps so that your implants heal properly!
Other Ways to Ensure Your Dental Implant Surgery is Safe
In addition to the many built-in safeguards your dentist proudly provides during your dental implant treatment, be sure to be honest and up-front with him or her about your overall health. Disclose any medications you are taking, even if it’s only a vitamin or aspirin, and if you are a tobacco user, do your best to quit at least two weeks before your surgery and for as long as you can after surgery, as tobacco can increase your odds of implant failure.
Remember, dental implants are a durable, natural-looking, and safe way to restore the appearance and function of your smile. If you have any questions or concerns about the safety of your treatment, please don’t hesitate to reach out to your dentist at your earliest convenience.
About Our Practice
At Glastonbury Dental Care, Dr. Mimansha Agarwal and Dr. Shobhit Agarwal are proud to provide their patients a variety of safe, effective oral health solutions like dental implants! If you’re looking for the very best way to restore your smile, dental implants could be the answer. To learn more about treatment, schedule a consultation today by visiting our website or calling us at 860-659-0278.