If you talk to any dentist about tooth replacement options, you probably won’t hear the end of how incredible dental implants are. There’s a reason they come recommended so highly; they’re unbelievably durable, and mitigate the bone loss that’s often associated with other tooth replacement options.
However, some people have incorrect ideas about dental implants that make it hard for them to believe how good they are. If you’re curious, here are some of the most common myths about dental implants that simply aren’t true.
Getting Dental Implants is Painful
Dental implants are the only tooth replacement option that requires surgery, meaning that some people are a little concerned that getting them will be painful. Fortunately, that isn’t the case at all. During the surgery itself, your dentist will use powerful anesthetics to numb your mouth completely, meaning that the procedure will be 100% painless.
As far as aftercare, any discomfort you feel should be easily addressed by over-the-counter pain relievers. If your dentist thinks that you need them, they’ll also be happy to prescribe you prescription pain medicine.
People Will Know I Have Dental Implants
Unlike dentures, which can fit a little loosely and have a small seam where they meet the gums, dental implants are connected directly to the jaw. As a result, they both look and feel incredibly realistic. The porcelain used in the crown is also the standard for dental restorations of all kinds and can blend in seamlessly with the rest of your smile.
The fact is that, unless you mention it, people probably won’t notice that you have a dental implant at all!
I Won’t be Able to Eat My Favorite Foods
When you first get your dental implants and they’re still healing, it’s often recommended that you exclude hard or crunchy foods from your diet. However, once they’re at full strength, dental implants are strong enough to chew through just about any food you’d like! While it never hurts to adopt a tooth-friendly diet, your dental implants don’t need to be babied.
As you can see, dental implants are remarkably powerful, and the procedure for getting them is simpler than you’d think. Keep that in mind the next time your dentist tells you how impressive they are; it turns out dental implants are just as good as they say!
About Our Practice
At Beverly Farms Dental, we’ve proudly served countless families in our community over the years and to have formed relationships with our patients based on helping them achieve immaculate oral health. The reason our patients keep coming back is that we can offer them a level of dental care that can’t be found anywhere else, all in a comfortable office that feels like home!
If you have any questions about dental implants, we can be reached at our website or by phone at (978) 927-3515.