By Arthur Kezian

It is important to know what a dental implant is before we can get into why getting one is worth it. A dental implant is basically a third chance at having a tooth. It is an artificial tooth made of titanium. This tooth is embedded into the jaw to eventually hold a crown on top. The titanium piece acts as the root of your tooth and integrates with your bone to become as sturdy as (if not sturdier than) an actual tooth. A dental implant can benefit you in more ways than one.

For starters, it is a more permanent solution compared to bridges or dentures. They are basically designed to endure what a regular tooth would. Studies show that implants have a 95% success rate and last for 40+ years!

Another reason why implants are great is because the teeth next to your missing teeth are also protected. When you have an extracted or missing tooth, there can be bone resorption. Also, the teeth next to the empty space can start moving and shifting. To prevent that, an implant will close the space and does not require your other teeth to be touched or shaved down – the way bridges do.

If the teeth you are missing are in the back, your bite can also be altered. The back of the mouth can start to collapse and the front teeth can be widened out, leading to a weaker bite. To prevent this, an implant can add force to the bone and prevent a bite from collapsing.

Apart from the health reasons, let’s talk about aesthetics. Having missing teeth makes you look older than you actually are and gives you a lower sense of confidence. Why would you put yourself through that? An implant will help you get your smile back – in a more permanent way. They look and feel natural, and if no one sees an X-Ray of your mouth, they won’t be able to tell that you have an implant in the first place!

Thinking about getting an implant can be frightening, but you should not worry! With all the positive aspects to it, a dental implant is definitely worth it! Dr. Arthur A. Kezian DDS is an implant dentist in Los Angeles that can show you videos, pictures, pamphlets, and before and after cases of dental implants. Make a consultation with him today to find out more about the procedure! You will leave absorbing as much information about dental implants as you can know! Call his office today to make an appointment. We’re certain you will be happy, and if you choose to get a dental implant, you too will definitely think it is worth it!

Dr. Arthur A. Kezian DDS 443 N. Larchmont Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90004 (323) 467-2777 https://www.drkezian.com