Are Dental Implants Affordable?

You may have heard at this point that if you need to replace a missing tooth, a dental implant is your best option for replacement. When all factors are taken into consideration, dental implants are also a very affordable option.

It is true that a dental bridge is another replacement option that is usually cheaper than a dental implant, but that is really only true in the short term. When you lose a tooth, your body reacts to it by starting to absorb the bone that is located below the missing tooth. If this process is allowed to play out, it will cause your face to sink in and also cause your teeth to shift out of alignment in order to compensate for the missing space in your mouth. A bridge will not prevent this from happening. Only a dental implant will prevent this process from taking hold. That is because when you visit our dental implant doctor in Beverly Hills, the implant will be placed directly into your jawbone. Once your bone heals, it will fuse with the implant. By doing so, it will keep your jawbone stimulated and prevent the bone loss from occurring. So by replacing your missing tooth with a dental implant, you will not only prevent your face from sinking in, but you will also be able to avoid needing orthodontic work done down the road.

If you are interested in learning more about affordable dental implants, contact our office to set up a consultation.