Are you looking to replace your missing teeth? There are several different tooth replacement options out there to choose from, like dental implants. They are the most advanced and efficient choice when it comes to replacing missing teeth, and they have a wide variety of benefits. However, if you opt for bargain dental implants, your smile could be in trouble. Here are some of the dangers of getting dental implants for cheap.
Cheap Doesn’t Mean Better
If you are choosing prepackaged snacks or drinks, you are probably looking for the most affordable option. However, this isn’t a smart idea when it comes to dental implants. This is a surgical procedure, so you don’t want to be looking for a bargain. When you pick out a dentist, you are putting your oral health and wellbeing into their hands. You should be looking for the highest quality materials.
Osseointegration Failure
Quality dental implants are generally made from titanium, which is biocompatible. Implants fuse to it in a process called “osseointegration.” The implants replace the root of the missing teeth to provide stability for your crowns that are placed on the end and prevent bone loss. However, if you choose implants that are made from a cheaper material or you pick a dentist who isn’t skilled, you are much more likely to experience a dental implant failure.
Hyperplasia
This problem is known as “inflammatory fibrous hyperplasia.” This is an irritation that can develop as a result of poorly fitting implants. Swelling and excess tissue around the affected area are common symptoms. The only way that this can be treated is though surgery.
Injuring Surrounding Teeth
When dental implants aren’t being placed correctly, the surrounding teeth can become damaged. If dental implants are placed along an improper axis or a dentist uses implants that are too large, the surrounding teeth will suffer. This typically occurs when a dentist doesn’t properly evaluate the details of a patient’s dental history.
You Might End Up Spending More
The initial cost of bargain implants might be low, but your wallet could end up suffering when you experience complications as a result. When you need additional treatments completed or deal with a dental implant failure, you will likely be paying more.
Dental implants are the most advanced tooth replacement option out there, but not if you get them from an unskilled dentist. Implants may be an investment but having your smile back is priceless!
About the Author
Dr. Neil Flenniken is an experienced dentist who has been working in the field for more than 17 years. He earned his dental doctorate from Howard University in Washington D.C. He is a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry and an Associate Fellow at the American Academy of Implant Dentistry. For more information on dental implants or to schedule a consultation at his office in Carlisle, visit his website or call (717) 249-7777.
