Dental implant treatment is a major undertaking, so of course you want it to be successful! Thankfully, this treatment has a positive outcome in more than 95% of cases. There is no need to be unduly worried that something will go wrong with your new smile. But why exactly are implants so consistently successful? This blog post explains a few contributing factors.
Advanced Technology and Techniques
Modern dental implants have been around for decades. They were a good thing when they began, and they are even better now. Advancements in dental technology and implant placement techniques contribute toward positive patient outcomes. For example, digital imaging technology can help dentists to precisely plan the implant surgery so your new prosthetic tooth roots go exactly where they need to be.
The Type of Implants
There are multiple types of dental implants. They have varying success rates, but they can all be excellent treatment options given the right set of circumstances. You can expect your care team to choose the type of implant that best suits your unique mouth.
Careful Patient Screening
Dental implants perform best when they are placed in relatively healthy patients who do not have active gum disease or other major oral health problems. That is why, before you receive implants, your dental team will thoroughly screen you for various conditions and ask about your medical history. If any potential problems come to light, they should be properly addressed before you move forward with tooth replacement.
Highly Trained Practitioners
The dentists and specialists who place dental implants are committed to creating the best possible circumstances for implant success. That is why they continually expand their knowledge through advanced education and training. By learning about things like dental implant technology, surgical techniques, and more, they become equipped to handle even very complex cases.
Patient Compliance
After your dental implants are placed in your mouth, you will become largely responsible for their long-term success. Fortunately, taking good care of your new smile should not be complicated. In fact, many of the same best practices that are good for natural teeth are also very beneficial for dental implants. Thorough oral hygiene, a balanced diet, avoidance of tobacco, and other beneficial habits can do much to prevent your implants from failing.
There are some solid reasons behind the high success rate of dental implants! Talk to your local tooth replacement expert to learn more about why you can have confidence in this procedure.
Meet the Practice
With an on-staff prosthodontist and two highly skilled general dentists, our practice is equipped to rebuild smiles with strong and sturdy dental implants. If you have questions about this treatment or what to expect from it, we would be pleased to speak with you. Contact our Chelmsford, MA, office at 978-250-0079.
