Dental Implants vs. Dentures

Many dental patients with dentures are becoming aware of the option of dental implants and have questions about their effectiveness and longevity.

2010-10-02

SCOTTSDALE, AZ, October 02, 2010 (Press-News.org) You may suddenly find yourself facing the prospect of dentures, or perhaps you have been wearing ill-fitting dentures for years, and are looking for an alternative. Many dental patients with dentures are becoming aware of the option of dental implants and have questions about their effectiveness and longevity.

However, the following may help you decide whether dental implants are right for you or if you would prefer to use dentures.

Find out whether you are a good candidate for dental implants. While this is often the biggest consideration when choosing between dental implants and removable dentures, it is not always an insurmountable obstacle. Some patients who lack sufficient healthy bone tissue for dental implants can undergo bone grafts or use a nontraditional type of dental implant, such as mini implants or subperiosteal implants, to provide stable anchors for a bridge or permanent denture. The only way to be certain of whether you are a good candidate for dental implants is by consulting with an experienced implant dentist.

Think about how your lifestyle will be affected. If you lead an active lifestyle, dental implants may help simplify your daily routine. Caring for dental implants often fits into your daily habits, and dental implants may be able to offer you a wider variety of experiences by acting like your natural teeth and allowing you to eat and speak naturally.

Know your insurance coverage. Some insurance will cover a portion of dental implants, but before undergoing any type of surgery, including implant dentistry, you should contact your insurance provider and find out what percentage of the procedure or treatment will be covered. Many dental offices work with financing companies who can help you receive treatment even if you do not have dental coverage.

Ask your dentist what he or she recommends. Often, your implant dentist is your best resource for finding new options. He or she may be able to provide you with an option or new technology that you did not think of or know about. You may also be able to learn more about the results other patients have had from dental implants by talking with them or your dentist.

To find more information about dental implants in the Phoenix area of Arizona, please visit the website of experienced implant dentists Scott LeSueur, D.D.S., & Charles Dodaro, D.D.S., today, welcoming patients from the surrounding areas of Tempe, Scottsdale, and Mesa.

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