When It Comes to Dental Implants, the First Thing to Think About is a Second Opinion
So your dentist has suggested getting dental implants to replace your missing tooth or teeth. Now what? While dental implants are the best option for replacing missing teeth, they tend to be on the pricier side of dental treatment and is often not covered by insurance. Plus, the dental implant procedeure often requires significant healing time. While they can be well worth it, dental implants are a big investment in regards to time and money. Before making such a big investment right away, you may want to consider getting a second opinion.
Why Should You Get Implants?
Why Should You Get Implants?
There are many reasons to get detal implant to replace missing teeth. They look, feel and function like natural teeth. That means you area able to eat your favorite foods with confidence. In addition, implants are the only tooth replacement option that replaces the whole tooth, including the root, which helps to decrease the shrinkage of the jawbone that results from tooth loss.
When Should You Get a Second Opinion?
When Should You Get a Second Opinion?
If you have tooth loss, there are a few things to take into consideration before getting implants. You don’t want to get the cheapest or quickest dental implants. When it comes to the materials used for implants, some clinics opt for using cheap imports to keep their costs down. While a lower cost may sound good, inferior materials can cause problems over time, costing you more in the long run.
Something else to take into consideration is the equipment used in the procedure. Some implant centers still use x-rays to provide information about the jaw around the missing tooth or teeth. However, x-rays do not often provide the most accurate depiction of the jawbone around the missing tooth. Advanced technology such as 3D CT-scans provide a much more accurate picture of the treatment area.
If you’re unsure about whether or not dental implants are the right course of treatment, or if you’re concerned about the cost, you have the right to get a second opinion. Another dentist may have a different perspective on your condition, recommend different treatment options, or just make you more comfortable. Getting a second opinion can help ease your mind and give you the confidence to move forward with your dental work—or not.
Need a second opinion on dental implants? Come see us!
Need a second opinion on dental implants? Come see us!
Call or text 770-251-7878 to schedule a free consultation. Dr. Rima Patel, Dr. Rocio Jacobo and Dr. Steve Gorman Dr. Patel have spent many hours in continuing education, seminars and special training specifically for dental implants and bone graft surgery. Rest assured that you will be in good hands when you choose Newnan Implant for your dental implants. Plus, we’re locally owned and operated in Newnan, GA. Since we’re not corporately owned, we can put our patients first, rather than focusing on sales goals and numbers. For more information about dental implants, visit www.newnanimplant.com.
