Why should I get implants? The 5 big advantages of dental implants

If you are reading this article, it is because you are thinking about having implant treatment, and before undergoing a procedure of this scale, it is certainly important to be fully informed. In this article we set out all the advantages of getting an implant, and we also encourage you to click through to another article you should take a look at: 10 questions about implants you should know the answers to.

So, what are these advantages? If we compare implant treatment with other dental solutions such as dental bridges or removable “take-out” dentures, we can assure you that implants are the smartest solution, at least for anyone looking for a long-term result. Below we explain why:

They last a lifetime

When you are looking to solve your dental problems, you usually want to find a remedy “for good”, as the main thing is to invest in a fixed and permanent solution. Implants offer exactly that, as well as great security, because they are anchored directly in the jawbone and the materials are specifically ideal for this type of surgery. The result is a completely natural set of teeth, as implants need the same care as natural teeth and offer the same function. Put simply, you go back to a normal life in which you do not need to worry about anything beyond regular maintenance and hygiene, just as with natural teeth.

A successful and safe treatment

Placing implants is minor oral surgery and completely painless, mainly because there is no longer a nerve in the bone, and also because we use anaesthesia so that we can work on the gum without any sensation at all. It is therefore a procedure without discomfort, and the recovery is very manageable.

What is more, the world of dentistry is proud to say that the success rate of dental implants is currently estimated at 98%.

It is normal for some patients to feel nervous or afraid about having this treatment, but it is important to make clear that, thanks to local anaesthesia, the patient does not feel the surgical procedure.

Oral health

This is one of the greatest advantages of this treatment. Dental implants protect the health of the healthy teeth around them. When we place a dental implant, the neighbouring teeth remain completely intact and will therefore stay healthy as normal. In addition, implants prevent bone loss in the area where the teeth have been lost.

It is important to compare this treatment with having a dental bridge fitted, which, unlike dental implants, does cause long-term damage to the surrounding natural teeth, because this treatment requires some teeth to be filed down and used as a support and anchor point.

It is also worth adding that when we lose one or more teeth, the gap or empty space can cause unwanted movement in the rest of the teeth. This means that the teeth may shift or tilt to fill that empty gap, as their natural tendency is to move.

Finally, implants allow the patient to keep an optimal daily hygiene routine with no changes compared with normal hygiene.

Natural-looking teeth

Dental implants give the patient the option of a perfect, aesthetic smile. The crowns placed on the implant are made using a state-of-the-art 3D printer, which not only achieves the perfect shade but also designs the tooth with millimetre precision. This means the end result is a perfect design that gives the patient back their natural smile and is indistinguishable from the rest of their teeth.

Implant treatment also allows the patient to carry on with a normal life: cleaning the area, chewing, speaking or smiling will no longer be a problem, as their teeth will, broadly speaking, be like natural teeth (unlike a removable denture, which often causes discomfort and inconvenience).

Value for money

Let’s be honest: dental implant treatment is far from cheap. It usually involves an initial financial outlay and is a decision that should be taken seriously and, ideally, with all your questions answered. However, in the long term, it is a cost-effective decision. It is a permanent solution and, in principle, one that lasts a lifetime. So, logically, it is an expense that pays for itself over the years. Its value also comes from the points above, in terms of your oral health as well as function and appearance.