Top 5 Benefits of Dental Implants

Having an implant placed offers you numerous benefits. We’ve listed the top 5 benefits which are the most significant to our patients.

No impact on surrounding teeth. Dental implants stand alone. They do not require healthy enamel on adjacent teeth to be sacrificed to place an artificial tooth.

No bone loss.  Dental implants preserve the integrity of the jaw bone. The implant is placed directly into the bone and therefore acts as the root of the missing tooth. This is important to prevent bone loss in the area. With any other appliance the jaw bone will experience bone loss and this appliance will become loose over time and will need adjusting.

Lifelong.  Dental implants are designed to last a lifetime. Clinical studies over the past 40 or 50 years indicate that dental implants have a success rate of well over 95 – 98%. Traditional bridges are shown to last 10.1 years, according to the American Dental Association. Removable partial dentures are shown to typically last between 3 – 5 years.

Secure Fit.  The dental implant appliance is anchored to the jaw bone. Patients don’t have to worry about the appliance slipping or moving. You can speak and smile with self-confidence!

Enjoying a typical diet. The bond between the bone and the dental implant allows the implant to tolerate strong chewing forces. Therefore, patients can continue with their normal diet, after healing.  

To learn more about how a dental implant can benefit you, schedule a consultation with our team at Murphy OMS. 970-420-6848