What Makes Dental Implants Affordable?

What makes dental implants affordable isn’t necessarily the initial investment in treatment, which is often higher than traditional restorations, such as partials, full dentures, and bridges. Implants prove their value and affordability over time, as they become a stable and dependable complement to your smile.

The affordability of dental implants comes down to the following qualities:

Longevity - Because the base of your dental implant is surgically embedded in bone, it becomes a permanent part of your smile. When topped with a strong dental restoration, implants hold up well to repeated biting and chewing force. With its ability to provide long-lasting restoration, there’s no need to spend money in the future replacing an entire worn-down, traditional dental bridge or an ill-fitting denture.

Limited Need for Replacement - When traditional restorations like bridges and dentures become damaged by accident or after years of wear and tear, you’ll likely need an entirely new restoration, which involves paying the full cost for care again. Of the three essential components of a dental implant (the titanium post, abutment, and prosthetic), only the prosthetic would be likely to need restoration or replacement over a long period of time. With a dental implant, your potential costs for future repair are more economical.

No Secondary, Negative Effect on Surrounding Teeth and Tissue - Seeking restorations for complex dental problems, such as poor bone quality, damaged teeth, or receding soft tissue requires dental care and added cost. When utilizing a traditional dental bridge to replace missing teeth, surrounding teeth must be altered and capped. For patients who do not practice stringent oral hygiene routines, this increases the risk for potential damage to altered tooth structure under the crowns. With partial denture use, the wire framework or force applied to the metal components attached to healthy teeth during regular oral function can be damaging. Even full dentures can slip on soft tissue and cause irritation. Dental implants, however, do not damage existing oral structures and are independent restorations for lost teeth. With implants, there is no need to worry about correcting secondary issues that your prosthetic tooth or teeth have caused.

Making the Investment in Dental Implants

Implants help nurture improved oral health and oral function that is as close as possible to your own, natural teeth. Patients who invest in dental implants are able to enjoy dependable, quality restorations that last for years with proper care and are a smart choice for long-term cost effectiveness. Contact Dr. Greg Skeens to learn more about our Encinitas implant services.